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Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan

In order to apply for the Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan, students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for each academic year. In order to submit a FAFSA, students will first need to obtain a Federal Student Aid ID (FSA ID) from the Department of Education.

According to Federal Regulations, students choosing to borrow their Federal loan eligibility are required to complete Entrance Counseling and a Master Promissory Note (MPN) at the initial time of borrowing and Exit Counseling once ceasing to be enrolled at VTCSOM (www.studentaid.gov)

Starting in the 2021-2022 school year, borrowers of Federal Unsubsidized and PLUS loans must complete the Annual Student Loan Acknowledgement once each award year before their loan(s) will disburse. The Annual Student Loan Acknowledgment is an online session that will allow students to see how much they have borrowed, preview what their monthly payments might be, and explain concepts such as capitalization and the difference between federal and private loans.  In late April, log into your MyStudentAid account using your FSA ID and password to complete your Annual Student Loan Acknowledgment requirement. Please note: The US Department of Education (ED) announced the postponement of this loan requirement until the 2022-2023 academic year.

You are an independent student for federal financial aid purposes (funding through Title IV) which includes the Federal Unsubsidized Loan and Federal Graduate PLUS Loan. However, VTCSOM requires parental information for students who wish to be considered for any VTCSOM need-based scholarship funds. Some students may be required to submit additional documentation for verification purposes. We recommend that students complete the FAFSA by March 1st, to ensure that the information is successfully transmitted to VTCSOM.

Please Note: Please use Virginia Tech’s School Code 003754 to submit the FAFSA. 

Direct Graduate PLUS Loan

To apply for the Direct Graduate PLUS Loan, students must have completed the FAFSA and are required to complete an application at www.studentaid.gov. All Graduate PLUS loan borrowers must complete a new application for each year they wish to borrow these loan funds. Once completing the Direct Graduate PLUS Loan application, students are required to sign Direct PLUS Loan Master Promissory Note (MPN). Students who have not previously borrowed a PLUS loan will also be required to complete Entrance Counseling. Students who have an adverse credit history will be required to obtain an endorser.

Starting in the 2021-2022 school year, borrowers of Federal Unsubsidized and PLUS loans must complete the Annual Student Loan Acknowledgement once each award year before their loan(s) will disburse. The Annual Student Loan Acknowledgment is an online session that will allow students to see how much they have borrowed, preview what their monthly payments might be, and explain concepts such as capitalization and the difference between federal and private loans.  In late April, log into your MyStudentAid account using your FSA ID and password to complete your Annual Student Loan Acknowledgment requirement. Please note: The US Department of Education (ED) announced the postponement of this loan requirement until the 2022-2023 academic year.

Private/Alternative Student Loans

Private/Alterative student loans are typically offered by banks, credit unions, and state agencies. Students will have to seek out a lender of their own liking. Students can borrow up to the cost of attendance minus any other financial aid received. All student loans must be certified by VTCSOM in order to confirm a student’s loan eligibility.

VTCSOM Endowed Scholarships

Current students may apply for VTCSOM Privately Funded/Endowed Scholarships by completing the scholarship application form by the established deadline each academic year. Eligible students will receive an email with a link. Students must submit an essay and information release form. VTCSOM requires parental information for students who wish to be considered for any VTCSOM need-based scholarship funds.

IMPACT Scholarships

(Inclusion improving Medicine, Patient outcomes And Community health with Talent)

Only first-year admitted students may apply for the IMPACT Scholarships by completing the scholarship application form on Virginia Tech Scholarship Central by the established deadline. Students will be notified of their eligibility and the established deadline via their admission student portal. Students must submit an essay and information release form on Virginia Tech’s Scholarship Central. VTCSOM requires parental information for students who wish to be considered for the IMPACT Scholarship funds.

Service Scholarships

Students must apply directly to the military or the Public Health Service for these programs.

Air Force Health Professions Scholarship
Army Health Professions Scholarship
Navy Health Professions Scholarship
National Health Service Corps

Military and Veterans Benefits

Veterans need to apply for benefits through U.S Department of Veteran’s Affairs. For more information on Post-9/11 Bill and VA education benefits, please visit the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs website, or call 1-888-442-4551. Once a student receives their Certificate of Eligibility from the VA, they must submit the certificate to the Virginia Tech Office of Veteran’s Services to verify the student’s eligibility. Students can contact the Office of Veteran’s Services at veteran@vt.edu or by calling 540-231-5815.

Outside/External Scholarships

Students can search and apply using online search engines such as FastWeb.com. Please be cautious of scholarships with an application fee, scholarship matching services, sales pitches, and applications requiring sensitive personal information. Students are required to report all outside scholarships to VTCSOM. If you have been awarded any outside scholarships, please submit the Scholarship Reporting form.