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Free Tuition at Einstein College Thanks to $1 Billion Gift

9/9/2025

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A $1 billion donation will make tuition free at Albert Einstein College of Medicine starting August 2025.
Ruth Gottesman, board chairperson, provided the funds from her late husband, David Gottesman.
Fourth-year students will receive reimbursement for the spring 2024 semester.
The donation seeks to attract students dedicated to the college's mission, regardless of financial background.
The Gottesman family has a legacy of significant contributions to the institution.

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A $1 billion donation will make tuition free at Albert Einstein College of Medicine starting August 2025.
Ruth Gottesman, board chairperson, provided the funds from her late husband, David Gottesman.
Fourth-year students will receive reimbursement for the spring 2024 semester.
The donation seeks to attract students dedicated to the college's mission, regardless of financial background.
The Gottesman family has a legacy of significant contributions to the institution.