Medical School Tuition in the USA and Canada in 2024

Medical school tuition is expensive, regardless of what type of medicine you practice or where you attend medical school. We talk about lots of medical schools here on our blog, and they all have one thing in common: a hefty price tag. In addition to medical school tuition, the cost of medical school extends to room and board, transportation, food and miscellaneous university costs. That’s why, in addition to writing your personal statement and filling out your AMCAS, many medical school applicants also fill out financial aid forms.

So, exactly how much does medical school cost? That’s what we’re talking about in this article. The more informed you are regarding prices, the better decisions you can make as you apply to medical school. We’ll cover:

The cost of medical school in the United States
The cost of medical school in Canada
Medical school and DO school tuition rates
Tips for repaying student loans
Frequently asked question

Keep reading to learn everything you need to know concerning medical school tuition.

How Much Does Medical School Cost?

Not only is medical school tuition expensive, but the cost has gone up significantly in recent years. Ten years ago, you’d pay around $25,000 to attend a public university’s medical school. You’d pay about $42,000 to attend a private medical school. And those rates were for in-state medical school for residents.

Non-residents forked out $44,000 for public and private universities. It might seem smarter to attend a school in your home state so that your medical school tuition is lower. But many students opt to attend medical school in a different state. Whether for the program or the experience, paying out-of-state medical school tuition is worth it.

Those rates were for 10 years ago. In 2022, the cost of medical school in Canada and the United States has significantly increased. Public universities charge over $37,000 for one year, and private universities charge over $60,000. Non-residents pay at least $60,000 per year, regardless of whether the school is private or public.

So, how much does medical school cost for four years? You’ll average $148,000 total for a public university and $240,000 for a private university. Depending on your residency and specialty, it could take years to pay off your loans.

Medical School Tuition / DO School Tuition in the United States

It’s important to know what is cost of medical school you’re considering. Here’s the breakdown for every medical school in the United States.

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Medical School Tution in the United States
Name of School	State	Out of State Tuition	In-State Tuition
University of South Carolina School of Medicine - Greenville	SC	91557	47295
University of South Carolina School of Medicine - Columbia	SC	91307	47045
Northeast Ohio Medical University	OH	86164	46694
University of Illinois College of Medicine	IL	84759	51582
University of Colorado School of Medicine	CO	80974	45020
University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine	SD	80590	36204
University of Utah School of Medicine	UT	80511	43941
University of Connecticut School of Medicine	CT	79996	45916
University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine	HI	76765	42109
University of Maryland School of Medicine	MD	76445	47350
Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine	OR	76393	52565
University of Kentucky College of Medicine	KY	73854	40462
Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth	NH	73659	73659
Stony Brook University Renaissance School of Medicine	NY	73206	51716
Florida International University Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine	FL	72439	41067
Tufts University School of Medicine	MA	71752	71752
University of Missouri - Columbia School of Medicine	MO	71612	36710
University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine	CA	71353	71353
Florida Atlantic University Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine	FL	71140	34998
Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons	NY	70925	71107
Rutgers New Jersey Medical School	NJ	70879	47342
Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School	NJ	70828	47292
Harvard Medical School	MA	70709	70709
SUNY - Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences	NY	70557	49067
Tulane University School of Medicine	LA	70492	70492
Brown University The Warren Alpert Medical School	RI	70491	70491
Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine	OH	70339	70339
Hackensack-Meridian School of Medicine at Seton Hall University	NJ	70227	70227
SUNY - Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine	NY	70258	48768
The University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences	OH	69971	38125
SUNY - Upstate Medical University	NY	69867	48377
Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine	PA	69839	63539
Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine	IL	69658	69658
University of Massachusetts Medical School	MA	69500	43181
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine	AR	69487	37317
University of Washington School of Medicine	WA	69358	38926
Stanford University School of Medicine	CA	69239	69239
Perelman School of Medicine University of Pennsylvania	PA	69231	69231
The University of Vermont Larner College of Medicine	VT	69148	42048
Wayne State University School of Medicine	MI	68732	41354
Yale School of Medicine	CT	68650	68650
Weill Cornell Medical College	NY	68620	68620
Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine	MO	68480	68480
University of Oklahoma College of Medicine	OK	68460	34132
University of Alabama School of Medicine	AL	68435	35423
University of Louisville School of Medicine	KY	68028	46276
University of Kansas School of Medicine	KS	67980	38785
Ponce Health Sciences University School of Medicine	PR	67975	44793
Georgetown University School of Medicine	DC	67875	67875
Duke University School of Medicine	NC	67294	67294
University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry	NY	67198	67198
Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic Medicine	FL	67192	60473
Carle Illinois College of Medicine	IL	67159	54425
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine	VA	67159	43643
Central Michigan University College of Medicine	MI	66867	46757
Cooper Medical School of Rowan University	NJ	66530	42769
Louisiana State University - New Orleans School of Medicine	LA	66391	38213
West Virginia University School of Medicine	WV	66324	34815
University of South Alabama College of Medicine	AL	66128	35124
Boston University School of Medicine	MA	65890	65890
University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Medicine	MO	65867	33977
Indiana University School of Medicine	IN	65503	40120
University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine	TN	65443	39519
University of Nevada Las Vegas School of Medicine	NV	65428	36428
Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science	IL	65413	65413
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine	PA	65284	63038
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine	TN	65259	65259
Quinnipiac University Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine	CT	65180	65180
Wake Forest School of Medicine	NC	65048	65048
Creighton University School of Medicine	NE	64996	64996
Loyola University of Chicago Stritch School of Medicine	IL	64964	64964
George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences	DC	64870	64870
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine	NC	64712	37318
Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University	PA	64494	64494
California Northstate University College of Medicine	CA	64419	64419
New York Medical College	NY	64053	64053
Florida State University College of Medicine	FL	63996	29444
Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University	NY	63924	63924
Louisiana State University - Shreveport School of Medicine	LA	63838	32016
University of Michigan Medical School	MI	63638	45188
Drexel University College of Medicine	PA	63573	63573
Western Michigan University School of Medicine	MI	63500	63500
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai	NY	63462	63462
Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University	GA	63453	34529
University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine	NV	63366	35048
Eastern Virginia Medical School	VA	63318	40041
TCU and UNTHSC School of Medicine	TX	63122	63122
California University of Science and Medicine	CA	62891	62891
University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences	ND	62865	34762
Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine	WV	62843	30059
Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine	PA	62854	59598
University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine	IL	62439	62439
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine	MD	62397	62397
University of Virginia School of Medicine	VA	62360	51554
University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine	IA	62069	41294
Saint Louis University School of Medicine	MO	61818	61818
Meharry Medical College School of Medicine	TN	61795	61795
Medical College of Wisconsin	WI	61765	58065
Albany Medical College	NY	61741	61741
Loma Linda University School of Medicine	CA	61600	61600
Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine	OH	61351	42473
Mayo Medical School	MN	60400	60400
Michigan State University College of Human Medicine	MI	60008	33254
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health	WI	59964	43788
University of Central Florida College of Medicine	FL	58979	32105
University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson	AZ	58239	37639
University of California - Davis School of Medicine	CA	58144	45899
Hofstra Northwell School of Medicine	NY	58129	58129
Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine and Research Institute	VA	58022	58022
University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix	AZ	57705	37105
University of Minnesota Medical School	MN	57358	41328
Rush Medical College of Rush University	IL	57241	57241
Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine	MI	56522	56522
University of California - Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine	CA	55971	43726
Emory University School of Medicine	GA	55864	55864
The Ohio State University College of Medicine	OH	55558	30638
Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine	SC	55434	33434
University of California - Riverside School of Medicine	CA	55090	42665
University of California - San Francisco School of Medicine	CA	55036	42791
University of South Florida Health Morsani College of Medicine	FL	54916	33726
University of California - Irvine School of Medicine	CA	54762	42517
University of California - San Diego School of Medicine	CA	54483	42238
Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine	PA	54473	54786
University of Cincinnati College of Medicine	OH	53990	35726
University of Miami Miller School of Medicine	FL	52639	52639
Morehouse School of Medicine	GA	51671	51671
University of Florida College of Medicine	FL	51413	39157
Howard University College of Medicine	DC	49862	49862
University of New Mexico School of Medicine	NM	49554	21477
Universidad Central Del Caribe School of Medicine	PR	49067	41062
San Juan Bautista School of Medicine	PR	47780	37780
East Tennessee State University Quillen College of Medicine	TN	47627	37777
University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine	TX	42349	27639
Baylor College of Medicine	TX	40943	27843
University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine	TX	40416	23750
University of Houston College of Medicine	TX	40177	27077
University of Texas Southwestern Medical School	TX	37986	24886
University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School	TX	36933	22613
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine - Lubbock	TX	36476	22976
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley School of Medicine	TX	35792	22692
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Paul L. Foster School of Medicine	TX	35505	20633
Texas A&M Health Science Center College of Medicine	TX	33870	20770
University of Nebraska College of Medicine	NE	33844	22881
University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine	PR	33786	17786
University of Texas McGovern Medical School at Houston	TX	33067	24814
New York University Grossman School of Medicine	NY	10200	10200
New York University Long Island School of Medicine	NY	10170	10170
Kaiser Permanente Bernard J. Tyson School of Medicine	CA	0	0
Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine	MD	0	0
CUNY School of Medicine	NY	N/A	41912
East Carolina University Brody School of Medicine	NC	N/A	25859
Mercer University School of Medicine	GA	N/A	43783
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine	IL	N/A	39142
University of Mississippi School of Medicine	MS	N/A	35287
Washington State University Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine	WA	N/A	40826

DO School Tution in the United States
Name of School	State	Out of State Tuition	In-State Tuition
Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University	IL	74035	74035
Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University	AZ	71833	71833
Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine	NJ	69668	44683
Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine	MI	65417	47060
Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine	FL	63953	57234
New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine	NY	62066	62066
A.T. Still University of Health Sciences School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona	AZ	60802	60802
University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine	ME	60690	60690
Noorda College of Osteopathic Medicine	UT	59437	59437
A.T. Still University of Health Sciences Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine	MO	59368	59368
Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine - New York	NY	59150	59150
Sam Houston State University College of Osteopathic Medicine	TX	59125	59125
California Health Sciences University College of Osteopathic Medicine	CA	59125	59125
Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine at New Mexico State University	NM	58790	58790
Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific	CA & OR	59560	59560
Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine	CO & UT	58530	58530
Touro University Nevada College of Osteopathic Medicine	NV	58350	58350
Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine - California	CA	58100	58100
University of the Incarnate Word School of Osteopathic Medicine	TX	58000	58000
Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine	WA	57650	57650
Campbell University Jerry M. Wallace School of Osteopathic Medicine	NC	56600	56600
Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine	OK	56386	28884
Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine	AL	55440	55440
Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine	OH	55396	39600
Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine	ID	55270	55270
West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine	WV	54910	23672
Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine	IN	53920	53920
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine	IA	53809	53809
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine	PA & GA	53502	53502
Lincoln Memorial University DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine	TN	53200	53200
Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine	VA	50985	50985
Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine	MO	49130	49130
University of Pikeville - Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine	KY	48850	48850
Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine	AL, LA, SC, & VA	46900	46900
Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine	AR	46450	46450
William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine	MS	44000	44000
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine - Elmira	NY	39900	39900
University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth - Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine	TX	38836	23148
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine - Bradenton	FL	37840	36030
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine - Erie & Seton Hill	PA	37200	37200

Medical School Tuition / DO School Tuition in Canada

Are you interested in applying to medical schools in Canada? We’ve compiled this next list for Canadian applicants or for American students who want to attend medical school in Canada.

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Medical School Tution in the Canada
Name of School	Canadian Province	In-State Tuition	Out of State Tuition
Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary	Alberta	$16,063.02	$16,063.02
Dalhouise University Faculty of Medicine	Nova Scotia	$23,000	$23,000
Faculty of Medicine Universite Laval	Quebec	$4,070	$12,550
McGill University Faculty of Medicine	Quebec	$8,036.70	$19,720.05
Memorial University Faculty of Medicine	Newfoundland	$13,260	$13,260
Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine at McMaster University	Ontario	$26,126.64	$26,126.64
Northern Ontario School of Medicine	Ontario	$24,173.90	$24,173.90
Queen's University School of Medicine	Ontario	$27,483	$27,483
Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry at Western University	Ontario	$25,456	$25,456
University of Alberta Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry	Alberta	$12,887.20	$12,887.20
University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine	British Columbia	$21,006	$21,006
University of Manitoba Max Rady College of Medicine	Manitoba	$10,000	$10,000
University of Montreal Faculty of Medicine	Montreal	$3,601	$11,193
University of Ottawa Faculty of Medicine	Ottawa	$28,500	$28,500
University of Saskatchewan College of Medicine	Saskatchewan	$18,945	$18,945
University of Sherbrooke Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences	Sherbrooke	$4,767	$12,285
University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine	Toronto	$24,835.40	$24,835.40

Tips for Repaying Your Student Loans

Medical school costs quickly add up. Even if you have savings, scholarships and family to help, you’ll likely need to take out some student loans. So, instead of freezing at the very idea of student loans, let’s look at ways to quickly pay them off.

Federal Student Loans

There are two types of student loans: federal and private. There are several options for repaying federal student loans.

Income-driven repayment: This is a good option if you want to repay your student loans based on your income. You generally have a lower monthly payment this way.
Student loan forbearance: This option allows you to temporarily stop making payments. Situations like a cancer diagnosis, loss of a job, insufficient income or being active duty in the military can grant you student loan forbearance.
Debt consolidation: If you have a ton of student loans with varying interest rates and due dates, you can apply to consolidate them. This will combine all your loans into one and allow you to make one monthly payment at a rate you can afford.
Loan forgiveness or cancellation: This option is usually only available to government, federal or state employees and individuals who work for non-profits.

Private Loans

Private loans work differently than federal loans, so repayment options are different. We can’t advise you on how these repayment options work because every private loan provider is different. You’ll need to contact your student loan provider to know your repayment options.

But we can offer some repayment tips! There are practical ways you can pay off your student loans. These tips work for any type of private (or federal, for that matter) loan.

Work part-time while you’re in school. Having some income coming in while you’re in medical school can help you stay on top of your student loans. If you want to immerse yourself in medicine 24/7, we recommend finding a position as a TA or an RA. This will help pad your resume while keeping your loans under control.
You can also work a part-time job at a fast-food restaurant or retail store. These jobs are often flexible with school schedules. Working while you’re in medical school – whether on or off of your campus – shows hard work, tenacity and responsibility.
Learn how to budget. It’s easy for finances to get out of hand. There are budgeting apps that you can easily download onto your phone. That, or you can use a traditional spreadsheet or notebook. Keep track of the income you have coming in, as well as your expenses. Set aside part of your monthly income for student loan payments. If nothing else, you can pay down the interest.
Live as frugally as possible. There’s no substitute for keeping your expenses down. The less money you spend, the more money you make. You can use the money you save to pay down your student loans.
Make lump-sum payments. In addition to paying down your interest and living frugally, you can use any excess money you have to make a lump-sum payment. These payments can be irregular – just whenever you have extra money. They can be for any amount but are generally larger payments.

Following these tips might not seem to make that big of a difference. But as you work hard over time, you’ll see a difference.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does medical school cost in the United States?

Medical school costs in the United States vary. They’re often based on whether you attend a public or private university. According to the American Association of Medical Colleges, the current averages are as follows:

In-state public university: $41,438
In-state private university: $61,490
Out-of-state public university: $58,246
Out-of-state private university: $57,619

These prices include medical school tuition, university fees and health insurance costs for most universities.

How much does medical school cost in the United States?

Medical school costs an average of $16,798 per year for Canadian citizens and permanent residents. The province of Ontario has the highest average rate: $27,304.

Can I afford medical school? And is it even worth it?

Medical school costs quickly add up. Between the sticker shock and the mountain of applications for scholarships, grants and loans, you may question whether you even want to attend medical school.

Is it worth it? The answer to this question entirely depends on your reasons for becoming a doctor. Do you want to help others? Do you feel like there’s a purpose for you in medicine? If so, then getting into medical school (and getting through it!) will likely be worth it to you.

But if you’re just in it for the money, then it might not be worth all the effort. You can find other rewarding careers that will earn (over time) as much as doctors in some specialties.

There is also a light at the end of the tunnel. Most physicians earn enough money to pay back their student loans within several years. Once you’ve paid back your student loans, you can enjoy your salary. You’ll feel like you make significantly more once your student loans are paid off!

How long will it take for me to pay off my loans?

It will probably take you at least 10 years to pay off your student loans. If you subspecialize and have a longer residency, then it could take even longer. Most federal student loans come with a 10-year repayment plan, but there are options for 20-year and 25-year repayment plans.

How much do Ivy League medical schools cost?

Medical school costs for the Ivy Leagues are usually in the $60k to $70k range. You can check out our definitive guides for Brown University, Stanford University, Duke University, Harvard University and Johns Hopkins University to see average rates for these schools.

What is included in medical school tuition and fees?

Medical school tuition includes the cost of your classes. You pay a certain amount for each course credit that you take. Fees are associated charges that you must pay the university. Medical school tuition and fees do not cover other expenses. Housing, transportation, food and health insurance are all additional costs.

So, if a university advertises $40,000 yearly in tuition and fees, anticipate paying more like $60,000 per year. After all, you do need a place to sleep at night and a doctor to go to when you get sick.

How do I pay for medical school?

First, we recommend saving as much money as you can. As soon as you know you want to be a doctor, you should start saving. You can do this by working full-time during the summer months or part-time during the school year. In addition to saving your own money, you can also ask family and friends to contribute to your medical school fund.

Next, apply for scholarships and grants. Unlike student loans, you don’t need to pay these back. Any scholarship or grant that’s awarded to you is free money. You can apply for as many scholarships and grants as you can find. Some students have funded their entire education with scholarships and grants.

Finally, apply for loans. You have to pay these back with interest, so we only recommend this option as a last resort. We also highly recommend applying for public, federal student loans. These loans have better repayment terms and lower interest rates than private loans. Only apply for private loans if you really need them.

Tell me about the cheapest medical school out there!

We can’t tell you which medical school is the cheapest because the cost of attendance varies significantly based on residency. For example, an in-state student might pay $25,750 per year in tuition. But an out-of-state resident could pay $35,200 per year. That’s nearly $10,000 more just because the student doesn’t have residency status where they’re attending school. Then, you have to add in the cost of living.

We recommend researching the schools you’re interested in attending. A Google search like, “affordable medical schools in [your state]” can help you find available options. Many medical schools have a financial calculator on their website. You can plug in your residency status, when you’ll be enrolled and other select information. The calculator will generate an estimated cost for you.

Should I attend a public or private university for medical school?

We can’t answer this question for you. It really is a personal decision that you’ll need to make based on your circumstances. Having said that, we have some tips you can use as a guide for making your decision.

First, private medical school tuition is usually higher. Out-of-state tuition for a public university is usually equal to in-state tuition at a private university. You could be looking at thousands more per year.

But attending a private school could be worth it if you want to be part of a specific program. You might also consider the medical school’s facilities, technology, teacher-student ratio and other resources.

If you want the cheapest education you can find, attend a public university in your state. If you want the highest quality education you can find, research schools in your state first, and then branch out to search for other schools.

It might surprise you to find that a public university in your state could offer exactly what you’re looking for. Or, you might decide that paying a higher price is worth it to enroll in a specific program.

Conclusion

It’s no secret that medical school isn’t cheap. But just because it’s expensive doesn’t mean you should give up on following your dreams. There are ample ways to pay medical school tuition. There are also multiple ways to pay off student loans, should you need them to get through medical school.

Feeling overwhelmed? We understand. It’s a lot to process! International Medical Aid is here to help you through the application process. If you need help knowing where to apply to medical school or how to apply for financial aid, don’t hesitate to reach out to us. Our medical school admissions consulting was designed for that very purpose. We’re here to help you reach your dreams.

While you’re here, we recommend checking out our series of definitive guides to getting into medical school. We’ve covered Ivy Leagues colleges with notoriously low acceptance rates and high tuition prices. But we’ve also covered medical schools that are easier to get into and come with lower tuition rates. Check out what those schools have to offer.

Good luck on your journey to medical school. We believe in you and your ability to become a great doctor.

Medical School Tuition in the US and Canada in 2024

How Much Does Medical School Cost?