Becker's Healthcare July 2, 2024
The average U.S. medical student leaves college with $206,924 in loan debt, according to the Association of American Medical Colleges.
In some states, new physicians might be able to take advantage of rural practice programs to help eliminate some or all of that debt, according to Medscape’s “Small-Town Solutions” report, published July 2.
Here are 10 state programs that offer loan payment options for medical students:
Delaware will offer students up to $100,000 for working in primary care or mental health full time for two consecutive years in rural or urban underserved parts of the state.
Iowa will offer students up to $200,000 if they commit to practicing in a rural area for five years. Only...