The financial aid application is returned to Stanford and the needs analysis form is forwarded to the processing center with the request that the analysis be sent to Stanford. When both forms are received, Stanford will issue a tentative award letter if the student has been accepted for admission or if the admission decision is still pending. Final award letters are issued after other required documents, such as IRS 1040's, are received and reviewed. Assistance in analyzing financial aid opportunities offered by various medical schools appears below. Applicants who have questions or need help in planning the financing of their medical education at Stanford are encouraged to contact the Office of Financial Aid.
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Comparing Financial Aid Programs of Medical Schools For many students, deciding which medical school to attend is not an easy task. Ideally, the decision should hinge upon determining which school will best prepare the student for a career in medicine. However, for those in need of financial assistance, especially of substantial financial support, the decision is more complex. The following suggestions are intended to make such comparisons easier and more meaningful. The greatest concern of financial aid applicants should be the projected student loan indebtedness level at graduation.