[AAMC] Most physicians pay off their student debt within 10 years

Started by Mr.Smile12 Aug 14, 2025

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[td]New AAMC data shows most physicians repay medical school debt within a decade[/td] [td]For the first time, national data shows how long physicians take to repay their medical school debt. According to the AAMC’s National Sample Survey of Physicians 2022, 85% of physicians who borrowed for medical school repaid their debt within 10 years of completing residency. Repayment timelines were also consistent across specialties. The findings challenge common assumptions about debt burdens, particularly for lower-paid specialties, and offer new insights to support workforce planning, policy development, and student advising.
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