Financial Aid
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Financial Aid – United States
St. Matthew’s University School of Medicine (SMUSOM) participates in the William D. Ford Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan Program and Federal Direct Grad PLUS Loan Program, which are both offered through the U.S. Department of Education. Federal student aid from the U.S. Department of Education, such as the Federal Direct Loan Programs, helps eligible students cover educational expenses such as tuition and fees, housing and food, books and supplies, and transportation. Additional information about these loan programs may be found on the U.S. Department of Education’s website at studentaid.gov.
To apply for a Federal Direct Loan, you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) through the U.S. Department of Education’s website at studentaid.gov. SMUSOM’s school code for the FAFSA is 037643. The information you provide on the FAFSA will be used by SMUSOM to determine how much student aid you are eligible to receive.
Financial Aid – Canada
Canadian students are eligible for Federal Loans through the Ministry of Education Student Support Branch in the province of residence. (For example, Ontario residents are eligible for OSAP loan.) Students may apply for up to 52 weeks of financial assistance annually. Canadian students should contact their individual province directly for information regarding additional requirements.
St. Matthew’s University school code is: NUBQ.
To apply for a credit-based loan from Royal Bank of Canada or the National Bank of Canada, Canadian students accepted to St. Matthew’s University may go to any bank branch office with their acceptance letter.
Royal Bank of Canada Branch Locator
National Bank of Canada Branch Locator