One of the most popular topics that senior level PT students and New PT grads want to talk about is Loan Repayment. This is a fear, and a worry, and a stressor for a lot of people. Rightly so! You’ve just spent the past 3-4 years earning yourself a Doctorate Degree. During that time, you likely took out a LOT of loans, you were not working, you were not earning or saving money, and now you are being asked to make payments, BIG payments. Not to mention, getting that first job. But that is a story for another blog! So, where do you start? How do you make payments? How much do you put toward loans? How can you get rid of those loans quickly? There is actually a lot that goes into Loan Repayment. There are a lot of things to consider. Income. Personal factors. Total Debt. Interest Rates. How much money you are earning plays a role. Higher salaries may allow you to pay more toward ...
A blog by a PT with clinical and teaching experience for current and new grad DPT and PTA students. Talking all things related to PT school and new grads.