Cost of Attendance

Cost of Attendance

COST OF ATTENDANCE ESTIMATE

The Estimated Cost of Attendance below includes direct and indirect expenses. Direct expenses are those that are directly related to attending medical school. Indirect expenses include life expenses that you would likely incur in regardless of attendance such as, supplies, transportation, personal care expenses and health insurance. 

2025/2026 Cost of Attendance
Tuition and Fees  
Tuition $55,000
Comprehensive Fee [1] $3,500
Federal Direct Loan Fees [2] $430
Direct Cost Total $58,930
   
Budget Items/Estimated Costs  
Books/Supplies $1,500
Housing $24,132
Food $5,570
Transportation $300
Personal Care $4,500
Health Insurance $4,700
Indirect Cost Total $40,702
   
TOTAL ESTIMATED COA [3] $99,632

 

[1] Comprehensive fee includes technology such as software and Hololens, Library resources via LIRN, Medical Equipment such as POCUS, and Curriculum Supports such as TruLearn and ScholarRX.

[2] Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine (MSOM) currently utilizes private lenders for students requiring loans. MSOM is not currently eligible to participate in Federal Student Aid programs utilizing Title IV aid. MSOM anticipates applying for participation in Federal Aid programs in 2025. MSOM’s Financial Aid Director will update students regarding the eligibility of Federal Student Aid Programs.

[3] All costs are estimated and are subject to change and increase each year at the discretion of MSOM and the Board of Directors without prior notice. Students are expected to live on campus for the first 2 years.

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