Like most dental students across the country United States, our students receive financial assistance to fund their education. Sources of financial aid come from institutional financial aid programs, including grants, scholarships and low-interest loans, federal student loans, such as Direct Unsubsidized Loan and Grad PLUS, as well as private education loans. International students may qualify for merit-based institutional aid programs and private education loans. Note that private education loan lenders will normally require an international student to obtain a qualified co-signer.

Each type of financial aid has a unique set of parameters and restrictions, so it is important to get informed about all of the options so you can find any that are right for you. The Office of Financial Aid at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine is available to help you navigate your financial aid journey.

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Types of Aid

Get a breakdown of the types of aid available depending on the program and citizenship of the student. Find detailed information that can help you determine which types of aid you might be eligible to receive.

Explore Aid Types
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Eligibility

Each type of financial aid has a unique set of eligibility requirements that must be met to be considered for assistance.

Find Eligibility Criteria
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Financial Aid Forms

Review the types of aid available and their eligibility requirements, that download, complete, and submit the financial aid forms directly to TUSDM.

Download Forms
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Financial Aid Award

Find instructions and links for submitting your signed award notice and completing your loan disbursement worksheet.

Accept Your Award
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Student Loan Application Process

Depending on which loan(s) you are seeking, you will need to follow all the required steps in the application process and any additional steps mandated after loan acceptance. Be sure you understand the full application process for loans of interest before you start your application.

Understand the Process
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Recent Changes to Federal Law

Legislation that was recently enacted includes significant changes to the federal student loan and financial aid systems.

Get Informed