We've invited Dr. Jeffrey E. Hanson to come speak with you about this important issue. He is an economist and a nationally recognized expert on student loan repayment and the options that are available to you in managing this important financial responsibility. He has been working with students/residents/graduates at UCSF for a number of years.
This interactive online webinar will focus on developing a strategic plan for managing loan repayment successfully, including information about
- Understanding the unique nature of federal student loans and the role of "opportunity cost" in deciding how to approach loan repayment strategically—it may not be best to pay off this debt as fast as possible or to refinance it with a private loan to get a lower interest rate!
- Knowing how to select the payment plan that best achieves your goals given what you can afford to pay each month.
- Determining what options are available if you cannot afford to make a loan payment when one is due.
- Taking advantage of loan forgiveness programs when you qualify for them.
- Evaluating the pros and cons of refinancing federal student loans with a private loan or consolidating with the Federal Direct Consolidation Loan.
- Managing loan repayment so that you are successful in repaying your loans while at the same time achieving your other personal, professional and financial goals.
School of Medicine Loan Repayment Session
Monday, April 28, 2025
4:30 PM - 6:00PM
School of Dentistry Loan Repayment Session
Thursday, May 1, 2025
4:30 PM - 6:00PM
School of Pharmacy Loan Repayment Session
Friday, May 1, 2025
5:30 PM - 7:00PM
School of Nursing Loan Repayment Session
Monday, May 19, 2025
4:00 PM - 5:30PM
We particularly encourage all fourth year students to attend, however all students are invited. Each session will give you very useful information and get you started on the right path to managing loan repayment.
The Zoom Registration and meeting information will be added later. If you have additional questions, please email [email protected].