National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Scholarship Program
Degree Level:
Graduate
Enrollment Status:
Full-time
Field of Study:
Science, Technology, Engineering, Math
Location:
United States
Duration:
One year, or Multi-year
Deadlines: June.
Please check website below for the specific date.
Description:
The NHSC awards scholarships each year to students pursuing careers in primary care. The scholarship includes:
- Payment for tuition, required fees, and other reasonable educational costs
- Monthly support stipend (taxable)
- Assistance in finding a practice site
In return, students commit to serve in the Corps for two to four years in an underserved community located in a Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA) upon their graduation and licensure.
http://nhsc.hrsa.gov/scholarships/
Award Details
Additional qualifications: Applicants must be full-time student at an accredited school, pursuing a degree in:
- Medicine (MD or DO)
- Dentistry (DDS or DMD)
- Nurse practitioner
- Certified nurse-midwife
- Physician assistant (in primary care)