MMCi Financial Aid Information

The Master of Management in Clinical Informatics program understands that financial aid opportunities are top priority for many students. Scholarship opportunities offered through the program are listed on the program website . Qualified applicants may also be eligible for federal education loan programs. International students do not qualify for federal loans.

For more information about Scholarships and Financial Literacy, visit Office of Financial Aid and Student Financial Planning

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Cost of Attendance

 Cost of Attendance for Master of Management in Clinical Informatics (MMCI) 2024/2025 Domestic Student  
Term  Fall 2024   Spring 2025   Summer 2025   Total 
Months 6 3 3 12
Term Start Date 8/1/2024 2/5/2025 4/30/2025  
Term End Date 2/1/2025 4/26/2025 8/1/2025  
Indirect Cost - Billed by Bursar        
Tuition  $ 23,438  $       23,437  $          23,437  $  70,312
MMCI Association Dues  $    1,200      $    1,200
Transcript Fee  $       120      $      120
Total Direct Cost - Tuition/Fees  $ 24,758  $       23,437  $          23,437  $  71,632
         
Indirect Cost        
Books & Supplies  $       167  $            167  $              166  $      500
Estimated Loan Fees  $       482  $            482  $              482  $    1,446
Food  $    2,820  $         1,410  $            1,410  $    5,640
Housing  $    9,012  $         4,506  $            4,506  $  18,024
Miscellaneous  $    2,844  $         1,422  $            1,422  $    5,688
Transportation  $    1,356  $            678  $              678  $    2,712
Total Indirect Cost "Living Expenses"  $ 16,681  $         8,665  $            8,664  $  34,010
         
Cost of Attendance  $ 41,439  $       32,102  $          32,101  $105,642
         
Monthly Cost          
Food  $       470      
Housing  $    1,502      
Miscellaneous  $       474      
Transportation  $       226      
Total Indirect Cost "Living Expense"  $    2,672      

If a student is billed Health Insurance, this amount will be in added to the Cost of Attendance Budget mid-September. Financial Aid will be re-calculated and an updated financial aid notification will be generated.

Term  Fall 2024   Spring 2025   Summer 2025   Total 
Months 6 3 3 12
Term Start Date 8/1/2024 2/5/2025 4/30/2025  
Term End Date 2/1/2025 4/26/2025 8/1/2025  
Total Direct Cost - Tuition/Fees  $ 24,758  $       23,437  $          23,437  $  71,632
Total Indirect Cost "Living Expenses"  $ 16,681  $         8,665  $            8,664  $  34,010
Cost of Attendance  $ 41,439  $       32,102  $          32,101  $105,642
         
Estimated Financial Aid        
Direct Unsubsidized Loan  $   6,833  $         6,833  $            6,834  $  20,500
Direct Plus Loan   $ 34,606  $       25,269  $          25,267  $  85,142
Total Estimated Financial Aid  $ 41,439  $       32,102  $          32,101  $105,642

 

Please review: Federal Student Aid for information regarding but not limited to; loan fees, interest rates and repayment options.
 COST OF ATTENDANCE FOR MASTER OF MANAGEMENT IN CLINICAL INFORMATICS (MMCI) 2024/2025 INTERNATIONAL STUDENT 
Term  Fall 2024   Spring 2025   Summer 2025   Total 
Months 6 3 3 12
Term Start Date 8/1/2024 2/5/2025 4/30/2025  
Term End Date 2/1/2025 4/26/2025 8/1/2025  
Indirect Cost - Billed by Bursar        
Tuition  $ 23,438  $     23,437  $       23,437  $    70,312
Health Fee  $      484  $            484  $               968  $     1,936
Graduate Stdnt Activity Fee  $        18  $              19  $                37  $         74
Graduate Stdnt Services Fee  $        12  $              12  $                24  $         48
Health Insurance (estimate)  $    3,283    $                 -    $     3,283
Recreation Fee  $      187  $            187  $               374  $        748
MMCI Association Dues  $    1,200      $     1,200
Transcript Fee  $     120        $        120   
Total Direct Cost - Tuition/Fees  $  28,742  $     24,139  $      24,840  $   77,721
         
Indirect Cost        
Books & Supplies  $       167  $            167  $               166  $        500
Estimated Loan Fees  $       482  $            482  $               482  $    1,446
Food  $     2,820  $         1,410  $            1,410  $     5,640
Housing  $     9,012  $         4,506  $            4,506  $   18,024
Miscellaneous  $     2,844  $         1,422  $            1,422  $     5,688
Transportation  $    1,356  $            678  $               678  $     2,712
Total Indirect Cost "Living Expenses"  $  16,681  $         8,665  $         8,664  $   34,010
         
Cost of Attendance  $  45,303  $     32,804  $       33,504  $  111,731
         
Monthly Cost          
Food  $       470      
Housing  $    1,502      
Miscellaneous  $      474      
Transportation  $      226      
Total Indirect Cost "Living Expense"  $    2,672      

 The chart below references funding required for international students to bring a spouse and/or dependent(s) into the United States while enrolled at Duke University School of Medicine:

 Term Length     
 Months   Spouse   Per Dependent 
12  $  16,032  $             8,016

Financial Aid Timeline for Incoming Students

    Financial Aid Timeline 2022-2023
May 1 Due date for financial aid application (FAFSA)
June 3 Financial aid awards should be available
June 15 Access to on-line acceptance of aid open to matriculated students
July 1 Complete all checklist items on DukeHub (entrance counseling, signing the MPN)
July 1 Sign up for direct deposit on DukeHub
July  19 Federal financial aid awards disburse into student's bursar account
July  29 Fall term classes begin
July  29 *Refunds are processed during the first week of class
November 6 Return of excess loan funds to qualify for 120 days (no interest/no loan fee) - fall financial aid loans
January 21 Fall term ends
January 25 Federal financial aid awards disburse into student's bursar account for the Spring term
February  4 Spring term classes begin
February  4 *Refunds are processed during the first week of class
April 17 Spring term ends
April  26 Federal financial aid awards disburse into student's bursar account
May 15 Return of excess loan funds to qualify for 120 days (no interest/no loan fee) - spring financial aid loans
May  6 Summer term class begin
May 6 *Refunds are processed during the first week of class
June 15 Request for remaining federal loan eligibility due for 2022/2023 financial aid year
July  22 Summer term ends
August  15 Return of excess loan funds to qualify for 120 days (no interest/no loan fee) - summer financial aid loans
     
  * Students should add 3 - 5 business days to the "refund - student" transaction date for the refund amount to be deposited into the student's designated direct deposit account
     
    Financial Aid Timeline 2023-2024
May 1 Due date for financial aid application (FAFSA)
June 3 Financial aid awards should be available
June 15 Access to on-line acceptance of aid open to matriculated students
July 1 Complete all checklist items on DukeHub (entrance counseling, signing the MPN)
July 1 Sign up for direct deposit on DukeHub
July  23 Federal financial aid awards disburse into student's bursar account
August 2 Fall term classes begin
August 2 *Refunds are processed during the first week of class
January 30 Fall term ends
January 22 Federal financial aid awards disburse into student's bursar account for the Spring term
February  1 Spring term classes begin
February  1 *Refunds are processed during the first week of class
April 30 Spring term ends
April 21 Federal financial aid awards disburse into student's bursar account
May  1 Summer term class begin
May 1 *Refunds are processed during the first week of class
June 15 Request for remaining federal loan eligibility due
August 1 Summer term ends
     
  * Students should add 3 - 5 business days to the "refund - student" transaction date for the refund amount to be deposited into the student's designated direct deposit account

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How and when should I accept my loans?

A: You will accept your loans through Duke Hub under Financials.  After accepting your loans make sure that you have completed mandatory Entrance Counseling and signed your MPN (Master Promissory Note) on the studentaid.gov website to complete the process.

A: In order for the loans to show as anticipated aid on your billing statement, you should accept your aid by the week of June 14th.  To avoid late fees accept your loans before the billing due date.  Once you accept your loans, the Bursar can see that you have anticipated aid and that aid is forthcoming.

Q:  My loans are scheduled to disburse after the tuition due date.  What should I do? 

A:  Once you accept your loans, the Bursar can see you have anticipated aid and your billing statement will calculate the amount you need to pay.  If you have accepted enough to cover your bill then you will not have to pay the Bursar.  The Bursar will send bills for the fall term the week of June 21st with a due date of the first business day in August.  For the complete billing schedule visit the Bursar’s website.

Q: What if I don’t know how much loan I need to borrow?

A: Many students do not know what their budget will be at the time loans are accepted.  If you are unsure, we recommend you take out the full amount of loan you have been offered. Students have up to 120 days from the date the loan is disbursed to return unneeded funds. There is no interest accrual or penalty if returned within the 120 days.  Once you select accept, you may also decrease the amount yourself if you would like to borrow less.  Keep in mind the total of your loans will disburse over the number of semesters in your academic year.

Q:  How do I return excess loan funds?

A: Email the Office of Financial Aid indicating the amount you would like to return.

Finaid-som@dm.duke.edu  Once the loan has been adjusted, you will see the balance due on your Bursar tab-account activity.  You can make an e-check payment via the Bursar’s site.  https://finance.duke.edu/bursar

Q:  What is the contact information for Direct Lending?

A:   Sign into your Direct Loan account at https://studentaid.gov/ .

Q: I received an external scholarship. Who do I report this to and what will happen to my current award?

A: You can notify us through DukeHub or email the School of Medicine Financial Aid Office Finaid-som@dm.duke.edu.   Please indicate your student ID, the name of the scholarship, the amount of the scholarship, and if the funds will be for the fall term or the academic year. The funds will first reduce loan in your financial aid package and then need-based scholarship if all loans have been replaced.

Q: How do I find out general information about my bill (when is statement mailed, how do I change billing address, and what should I do if I don’t receive a bill?

A: Bursar FAQ.  

Q: Who can help me understand my bill?

A: Bills are prepared by the Bursar, you can contact the Bursar’s Office at 919-684-3531 or visit the Bursar’s website

Q: When will I get my refund?

A: If a student has a credit on their account after all required tuition and fees have been paid, they will be issued a refund. Refunds are processed the first week of class.

Q: What is the quickest way for me to get my refund?

A:  We recommend all students sign-up for direct deposit.  Direct deposit information can be found under the Forms & Requests tab on your Duke Hub or visit the Bursar’s website.

Q: How long does it take for me to see the refund once I see it has been refunded on DukeHub?

A: It typically takes up to 5 business days for the funds to show in your bank account after it has been issued.  It is important to accept your loan, complete the required Entrance Counseling and sign your MPN (Master Promissory Note), and submit the direct deposit form allowing at least a two week window for processing.

Q: I am running out of money, how can I find out when I will receive my next refund?

A: These dates are listed on your Duke Hub account.  Look at Financials and then View Financials Aid make sure to select the aid year.

Q: How do I know if anything is missing so there is no delay in my financial aid disbursing?

A: Track this information on your Duke Hub account under your financial aid “To Do” list.

Q: Where can I get a copy of my financial aid letter for my apartment rental application?

A:  You can find a copy of your financial aid award letter in Duke Hub or use the original email with your financial aid information.

Q:  Does DukeHub have instructions on how to navigate through the portal?

A:  DukeHub has a Financial Aid & Bursar “How To” section that is very helpful.