To help those who would be unable to apply to medical school without financial assistance, the AAMC Fee Assistance Program (FAP) covers some of the costs associated with the application process.
There are many costs associated with applying to medical school. These costs can add up, and they may even discourage some students from applying.
The AAMC believes that the cost of medical school should not be a barrier to those who aspire to become a physician. One resource to help offset some of the costs of applying to medical school is the AAMC Fee Assistance Program (FAP) . This program assists those who, without financial assistance, would be unable to take the MCAT ® exam or apply to medical school with the AMCAS ® application.
If you are eligible and approved, the Fee Assistance Program award includes a number of benefits. To give you an idea, benefits awarded in 2023 include:
MCAT ® Registration and MCAT Official Prep Products Benefits:
AMCAS ® Benefits:
Medical School Admission Requirements™ Benefits:
If you are eligible for this award, we encourage you to apply before you register for your MCAT exam date or submit your AMCAS application. Benefits are not retroactive.
Your benefits will begin on the date of approval and will expire the next calendar year on Dec. 31 st regardless of when you apply and receive the award during the current application year. For example, if your application is approved in 2023, your benefits will expire on December 31, 2024.
