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  • DPT Financial Aid

 

*THE DEADLINE FOR PRIORITY PACKAGING & SCHOLARSHIP ELIGIBILITY IS MARCH 1 of every year!

We are happy you have considered the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as your next academic endeavor. Please take the time to read all of the information provided. It is a valuable resource for the federal and College financial aid processes and will offer the tools you need for financing your medical education.

It is the intention of the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine Financial Aid Office to help you find a suitable method of funding your medical school education. The purpose of this letter is to help you to begin thinking on the right track regarding financial aid and address important issues for your consideration regarding financial aid.

The USF Health Morsani College of Medicine has a Financial Aid Office that is independent from the central campus USF Financial Aid Office. All aid applications, inquiries, and correspondence must be sent directly to the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine Financial Aid Office:

USF Health Morsani College of Medicine

Financial Aid Office, MDC Box 4

12901 Bruce B. Downs Blvd.

Tampa, FL 33612

 

This is particularly important if you are expecting scholarship funds from any outside agency such as a hometown hospital, church group, etc. Be sure to notify the agency to send award checks to the above address. If paperwork or checks are sent to the central campus Financial Aid Office, it will run the risk of not reaching the Morsani College of Medicine Financial Aid Office at all.

"Financial aid" does not mean grants or scholarships exclusively. Loans (frequently high interest loans), employment, and making an effort to reduce spending all fall under the heading of financial aid. Financial aid officers in medical schools across the country have become more "financial and debt management counselors” than "financial aid counselors". The USF Morsani College of Medicine has limited grant and scholarship funds which are not sufficient to offset the fact that you may need to take out loans to pay for your medical education. There are several loan programs available for DPT students. Our office will help you with the application for those loans, advise you on the "best" loan programs available, and counsel you on how to keep your borrowing to a minimum.

Fortunately, we still have a low tuition compared to other medical schools in this country. Even with that said our students HAVE HAD TO: 1) make adjustments in their life styles to allow for serious cuts in their spending; 2) work during the summers and save money to help pay for their education; 3) receive financial assistance from parents, grandparents, etc.; and 4) have their spouse obtain employment to help with expenses. We call this "self-help" and we do not think it is asking too much for each student to provide some "self-help" in order to obtain their medical education.

Paying for your medical education is an issue that requires immediate and serious attention from you and your entire family. The financial aid funds available for DPT students are almost exclusively federal funds and are therefore subject to rather strict federal guidelines with regard to student qualification. This office must adhere to and enforce the federal guidelines. The USF Health Morsani College of Medicine has adopted most of the same federal policies for awarding their limited institutional funds. The policies are based on the assumption that your medical education is a priority for you and your family; therefore, paying for your medical education will likewise be a priority. We are very sensitive to the fact that professional students would like to be "independent" of their families; however, you cannot be "independent" if you are simply transferring your financial dependence from your family to the Federal Government, or to this school. We also understand that students do not wish to burden their families, even when they are willing and able to help financially. Remember the loans you borrow now must be repaid. By making every effort to obtain family support, living on a frugal budget, and keeping your borrowing to a minimum you will be rewarded by having low monthly payments once your repayment begins. Keep in mind for every one dollar borrowed now may result in three dollars being repaid.

More detailed information about the financial aid programs can be found under the “Sources of Financial Aid” link on the DPT Homepage.

You will be receiving correspondence from the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine Student Affairs Office under separate cover, which will provide you with information about the curriculum, student health issues, tuition, and other items of interest.

We welcome you to the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine family and look forward to working with you in the coming years.


Sincerely,

Michelle Williamson

Director of Financial Aid

 

The Financial Aid Application Process: Instructions for DPT Students

The following forms must be completed in order to determine your eligibility for USF Health Morsani College of Medicine loans and scholarships. Your application for financial aid will not be processed until all documents have been received by the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine Financial Aid Office.

If you are applying for:

  • Unsubsidized Federal Direct Loan (UFDL)

  • Federal Graduate/Professional PLUS Loan (Grad PLUS)

Please complete the following steps.

 

  1. Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA):

    A FAFSA must be completed for all financial aid programs. This can be done on line:

    FAFSA web page

    Request a PIN ID

    NOTE TO ALL APPLICANTS:

    a.) If you have not completed your 2012 tax return you may provide estimated information on the FAFSA to meet the deadline. As soon as your 2012 tax return is completed you will need to update your FAFSA online. Financial aid awards will be adjusted if needed.

    b.) Please complete the FAFSA according to the instructions that are provided. An incorrect or incomplete application will delay the financial aid process.

    c.) When identifying USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the school you will be attending use E00568 as the school ID. This will insure that the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine will receive your FAFSA data.

  2. Financial Aid Award Notice – You will be notified by e-mail when your financial aid eligibility is determined

  3. Federal Loan Master Promissory Note(s) – Instructions will be provided about how to complete the loan application & promissory note when a loan is accepted

  4. Verification - If your file is selected for “Verification” you will be notified by email and must respond quickly. Financial aid files pending verification are considered incomplete.


Contacts:

 Matt Smith, SPTRS Academic Program Specialist

msmith4@health.usf.edu

Stephanie Peters, SPTRS DPT Year 1 Coordinator

speters@health.usf.edu

Michelle Williamson, MCOM Director of Financial Aid

miwillia@health.usf.edu

Barbara Muffly, MCOM Financial Aid Advisor

bmuffly@health.usf.edu

Jenny Cun, MCOM Financial Aid Advisorjcun@health.usf.edu
Marrissa Cook, Registrarmcook@health.usf.edu
Wendy Steiger, Assistant Registrarwsteiger@health.usf.edu

 

 COMMUNICATION

E-mail is our primary means of communication with students prior to matriculation. We may also send mailings via the U.S. postal service. DPT students must communicate e-mail or U.S. mail address changes to the School of Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Sciences (Mr. Matt Smith – msmith4@health.usf.edu). 

 DPT FALL PREVIEW

Students matriculating in the DPT Class of 2018 must attend DPT Fall Preview, which takes place Tuesday,July 28, through Thursday, July 30, 2015. Attendance and participation in all events during this period (typically 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM) is mandatory. During this period, students meet the faculty and staff, receive handbooks and tools, and learn about the curriculum, in addition to completing Basic Life Support training. Student ambassadors are on hand to answer questions and provide information about opportunities available in the SPTRS community. There is also a Financial Aid Workshop for those accepting financial aid, and faculty members present course overviews for the Physical Therapy courses in the first-year curriculum. Fall Preview concludes on Thursday, July 30, 2015, with DPT Family Day, occurring from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM at the School. Students are invited to bring whomever they consider to be their support team to tour the School and learn about the DPT program.

 REGISTRATION AND ORIENTATION

Registration and Orientation Day for students in the Morsani College of Medicine (including DPT Program, Core MD Program, and SELECT MD Program) will occur Friday, July 31, 2015 in the LVHN Learning Center, Room MDA 1209. We will begin with a Welcome Breakfast from 7:30 – 8:15 AM, followed by a series of short presentations and registration activities. It is essential for all new medical and physical therapy students to report on July 31, 2015 and remain in attendance throughout the entire day until 5:00 PM. Students must dress professionally (i.e., men should wear a shirt and tie; jacket is not necessary). Formal portraits (head shots) will be made and assembled for the class composite. All students will be fitted for their white coat at Orientation. (Coats purchased through the COMPAC website are different and are used for a distinct purpose.)

 HOUSING AND ROOMMATE LIST

On-campus dormitories at USF are not-well suited for MCOM professional degree program (DPT) students due to differences in the academic calendars. We recommend students obtain nearby housing off-campus and room with another medical/physical therapy student. USF Health has affiliated with a housing service to assist students looking for housing in the Tampa Bay area. Visit USF Health Real Estate with Honors for more information. 

 FINANCIAL AID

Financial Aid information and instructions were e-mailed to you under separate cover. Award notices will be sent to you as your application packets are completed. If you have questions or need further assistance please contact Ms. Barbara Muffly (bmuffly@health.usf.edu) or Ms. Jenny Cun (jcun@health.usf.edu).

 DPT STUDENT TUITION, FEES AND OTHER EXPENSES

Various fees will be collected at Orientation on July 31, 2015, so be sure to bring your checkbook. We cannot accept cash, credit or debit cards. Tuition and fees for the 2015-2016 academic year are ESTIMATED to be $22,100 for in-state students and $29,000 for out-of-state students. The yearly amount is split into 2 installments. The first installment, an estimated amount pending approval, and the due date will be determined by the Florida Board of Governors. The second installment will be due in January 2016. Your tuition assessment will be available online approximately 30 days prior to the start of classes. An e-mail with your login information will be sent at that time by Ms. Marrissa Cook, Morsani College of Medicine Registrar. Other approximate expenses during the first few weeks of school include: Books, $1000; ResponseCard RF LCD “clicker,” $50, and miscellaneous supplies, $400.

 PROFESSIONS OF HEALTH COURSE

The USF Doctor of Medicine and Doctor of Physical Therapy course work will begin with a week-long introduction to teamwork and interprofessional education. Twenty-first century health care is not delivered by individuals but by teams, and the first week will give you the chance to work with a group of students from multiple professions on multiple tasks, both academic and experiential (with patients and healthcare providers). In performing these tasks, we hope you will begin your studies with an appreciation for how health care depends on many partners, and how your awareness of who your partners are and what they contribute to patient care will be critical to your success as a physician or physical therapist. It should also be a lot of fun!

David Ecker, M.D., Assistant Professor, Internal Medicine, Course Director, Professions of Health

Laura Lee (Dolly) Swisher, PT, MDiv, PhD, Assistant Dean for Interprofessional Education, Morsani College of Medicine, Professor and Coordinator of Professional Education, School of Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Sciences

 DPT STUDENT COMMITMENT TO PROFESSIONALISM CEREMONY

Students in the DPT class of 2018 will participate in Commitment to Professionalism (White Coat) Ceremony on the evening of October 15, 2015. You will receive additional information regarding the ceremony at a later date, as your family and friends may wish to attend this event.

 TECHNICAL STANDARDS

DPT students were provided a copy of the technical standards with their acceptance letter. Students must advise the Office of Student Affairs in writing of any accommodations that may be needed to assist in accomplishing the requirements specified in the technical standards.

 EXPECTED COMPUTER COMPETENCIES

Students must be able to demonstrate basic computer skills upon entry into medical school including the ability to:

  1. Launch a computer application.
  2. Save work to a computer file.
  3. Print a file.
  4. Copy a file for use on another computer.
  5. Use a standard word processing program to create and edit a formatted document using tables and graphics.
  6. Use e-mail effectively, including proper etiquette.
  7. Access and use the Internet.
  8. Create a PowerPoint presentation.
  9. Students not proficient in these skills are invited to participate in any of the training workshops offered by USF Health Information Services.
 MORSANI COLLEGE OF MEDICINE PEER ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Morsani College of Medicine Peer Advisory Committee (COMPAC) is a group of twelve second-year MD students and two second-year DPT students dedicated to welcoming new MD and DPT students into the USF Morsani College of Medicine. You will receive communications from them throughout the summer about planned events.

Forms:

 

 


Link to SPTRS Website:  http://health.usf.edu/medicine/dpt/

DPT Student Web pages of interest:

Find Your Federal Student Loans on the National Student Loan Database System (NSLDS)

Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

Loan Repayment Calculators

US Department of Labor - Occupational Stats and Employment for Physical Therapists

USF Health Morsani College of Medicine Financial Aid Office


Credit Reports and Information on Credit

Financial Planning/Debt Management

Tax Benefits for Education

Scholarship Search

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

 

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