Deferring undergrad loans for an MD/MPH

[Gcuvier]

Hi SDNers,

So ideally, I'd like to do an MD/MPH program. From what I've heard, these typically take 5 years to complete. Upon graduation, I'll be in ~$50+ worth of debt (85% private, 15% fed). I'd like to defer repayment during med school but given my private lender limits in-school deferment for up to 48 months (4 years), would I still be able to do an MD/MPH program given they take 5 years to complete? Please advise.

Thanks

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[Tenk]

Why?

Just do a MPH after residency if you want the title. Why take out ludicrous amounts of debt for a degree that adds almost nothing that you can’t google and figure out on your own as a physician.