Fee Assistance Application for Medical School

The fees for the medical school application add up quickly so the AAMC has developed a program to help with the cost and make the process more accessible to lower-income applicants. The fee assistance application for medical school is an invaluable resource for aspiring doctors who face financial constraints.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants who meet certain income guidelines can benefit from reduced costs for the MCAT exam, medical school application fees, and other related expenses. Applicants are also then eligible for MCAT materials totaling up to $268. By providing documentation to support their financial need, applicants can demonstrate their eligibility for fee assistance.

Application & Benefit Timeframe

To apply for fee assistance, applicants must complete an online application form and submit the required documents. Once the application is submitted, they await a decision from the AAMC. Upon approval, applicants will receive a fee assistance award that can significantly offset the costs of their medical school application.

By offering fee assistance, the AAMC is committed to ensuring that financial limitations do not hinder talented individuals from pursuing their dreams of becoming doctors. This program opens doors for aspiring physicians, enabling them to focus on their studies and training without the burden of excessive financial strain.

Once approved, your benefits begin on the date of approval and expire the next calendar year on December 31st. You may only apply once per calendar year and be awarded a maximum of 5 times during your lifetime.

Benefits:

  • Waiver for all AMCAS application fees for 1 medical school submission and covering up to 20 medical school submissions ($1030 value)
  • The MCAT Official Prep products benefits package online bundle ($268.60)
    • Awarded applicants will receive this benefit once in a lifetime, regardless of how many times you are a fee assistance awardee
  • Reduced registration fee for MCAT from $335 to $140
  • Complimentary 2-year subscription to the Medical School Admission Requirements (MSAR) online database ($36 value)
  • Waiver for the AAMC PREview professional readiness exam registration fees ($100 value) for the first exam and 50% discount for subsequent registrations

With the high costs associated with the medical school application process, the AAMC’s fee assistance program aims to alleviate the financial burden and make pursuing a medical career more accessible. Applying for fee assistance is a proactive step towards a more equitable medical education system. It not only benefits individual applicants but also contributes to creating a diverse and inclusive healthcare workforce -yay!

XO Melmo