Financial Aid
The School of Medicine understands that your medical education is one of the most important investments you will make. As a leading institution within the University System of Maryland, we recognize that financial education and planning are essential components of student success.
Our Financial Aid and Financial Wellness office is dedicated to supporting students with clear information, practical tools, and personalized guidance. Whether you are navigating financial aid, managing educational costs, or planning for life beyond medical school, our goal is to help you make informed decisions and build a strong path toward long‑term financial independence.
Our Mission
Our mission is to educate, support, and empower you to make sound financial decisions while in medical school and beyond. We are here to provide real-time and proactive solutions to address your financial needs.
Financial Aid Assistance
In partnership with the University Student Financial Assistance Office, we are here to help you understand all aspects of the financial aid process. From the initial application (FAFSA) process to understanding your aid package, aid disbursements, refunds, and more. We are here to provide the one-on-one counseling and assistance that you need.
Financial Planning and Financial Wellness
As an anchor for which we build our mission upon, our office recognizes that while in medical school, the ability to make informed financial decisions usually starts with having readily accessible and accurate information. In partnership with the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) our office wants to help you improve your personal financial well-being in several ways. We will help do this by providing you with the following:
- One-on-one budget counseling
- Expert-led workshops and financial wellness events
- In-house Q&A sessions
- Weekly email financial wellness communications
- Access to financial planning & budgeting tools
We are here to support you every step of the way!
Make an Appointment
We are happy to meet in-person, phone or virtually.
Office Hours & Location
Monday-Friday: 9 am - 4 pm
HSFI, 685 W. Baltimore St.
Baltimore, MD 21201
Office of Student Affairs
University of Maryland School of Medicine
685 W. Baltimore Street, Suite 150
Baltimore, MD 21201
410-706-7476
studentaffairs@som.umaryland.edu