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Neurosurgery Training Cost: $500K–$700K+ Total Investment

Estimated costs to become a neurosurgeon:

  • Medical School: $250,000–$400,000 (private > public).
  • Residency (7–8 years): $65,000–$85,000/year stipend (not cost; but opportunity cost).
  • Total Direct Education Cost: ~$500,000–$700,000.
  • Living Expenses: $15,000–$20,000/year additional.

Median neurosurgeon salary: ~$381,000/year. High investment, high reward.

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