Scholarships
Full tuition scholarship
We offer a full tuition scholarship to all CCLCM students. In the research thesis year, a continuation fee equal to 5 percent of tuition is required; this cost also is covered by the full tuition scholarship. Select fees are also covered by CCLCM. Tuition and fees are subject to change each academic year.
Outside scholarships
The Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine Office of Financial Aid has created and maintains an outside scholarship inventory. Students are encouraged to take time to link to the Outside Scholarship Inventory to review and earmark scholarships that you would like to apply for.
TIP: When searching for outside scholarships, keep a list of those for which you are eligible. If you find one that requires you to be a second- or third-year medical student or the deadline has just passed, record all the important information about the scholarship: who's offering it, how to contact them, application process, deadline and requirements. That way you can apply in the future!
Armed Forces scholarship
Learn about service based scholarships and loan repayment programs.
National Health Service Corps scholarship
Learn about service based scholarships and loan repayment programs.
Student Loans
Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan and Federal Direct Additional Unsubsidized Loan
During the 2023-2024 academic year, the interest rate of the Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan and Additional Direct Unsubsidized Loan will be 7.05% and have an origination fee of 1.057%.
During the 2024-2025 academic year, the interest rate of the Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan and Additional Direct Unsubsidized Loan will be 8.08% and have an origination fee of 1.057%.
First time medical school borrowers are required to sign a Master Promissory Note (MPN) and complete Entrance Counseling. Please see your My Financial Aid portal for requirements based on your financial aid offer.
Additional resources
- AAMCA Direct Loans 101.
- Federal Student Aid (FSA) - Loans.
Private Loans
Private educational loans are an alternative funding option to federal student loans. If you and your family are interested in comparing private and federal student loan, you are encouraged to research your options and see additional resources listed below.
Residency and relocation loans are available to graduating medical students for expenses not covered by the cost of attendance. Students apply directly with a lender and funds are disbursed to the student.
Additional resources
- AAMC Federal vs Private Educational Loans.
- AAMC Residency and Relocation Loans.
- FastChoice (Search for Health Professions Loan or Residency Relocation Loans *M4).
- Listed lenders are selected by an annual RFI that looks at areas such as customer service, financial stability and loan terms. Many programs are designed for specific types of borrowers, and they comprise various loan terms and underwriting guidelines. Private loans are unsubsidized and can be denied due to adverse credit.
International Students
We offer a full tuition scholarship to all CCLCM students. In the research thesis year, a continuation fee equal to 5 percent of tuition is required; this cost also is covered by the full tuition scholarship. Select fees are also covered by CCLCM. Tuition and fees are subject to change each academic year.
International students must have proof of adequate finances available to cover living expenses, health insurance, and other educational expenses in the cost of attendance not covered by the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine (CCLCM) for one year in the United States.
Learn more about requirements and financial aid for international students.
Financial Aid
Looking for information about how to apply for financial aid? Find information about deadlines, how to apply, determining need and more.
