National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment

Department Of Health And Human Services, Health Resources And Services Administration

The purpose of the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Loan Repayment Program (LRP) is to recruit and retain medical, nursing, dental, and behavioral/mental health clinicians in eligible communities of need designated as Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs). The purpose of the NHSC Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Workforce LRP is to recruit and retain medical, nursing, and behavioral/mental health clinicians with specific training and credentials to provide evidence-based SUD treatment and c

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Helps health care providers pay off their student loans in exchange for working in underserved areas. Participants can receive up to $75,000 for a two-year commitment.

Quick Facts

Funding
$50,000 - $9,999,999,999
Deadline
Rolling
Status
Rolling Intake
Category
Health & Biomedical Research
Organization
Department Of Health And Human Services, Health Resources And Services Administration

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What Is This Program?

The purpose of the NHSC LRP is to recruit and retain medical, nursing, dental, and behavioral/mental health clinicians in eligible communities of need designated as Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs). The purpose of the NHSC SUD Workforce LRP is to recruit and retain medical, nursing, and behavioral/mental health clinicians with specific training and credentials to provide evidence-based SUD treatment and counselling in eligible communities of need designated as HPSAs. The purpose of the NHSC Rural Community LRP is to recruit and retain medical, nursing, and behavioral/mental health clinicians with specific training and credentials to provide evidence-based SUD treatment in rural communities designated as HPSAs. The purpose of the NHSC S2S LRP is to enter into contracts with students who are in their last year of medical, dental, or nursing school to provide loan repayment assistance in return for a commitment to provide primary health services in eligible communities of need designated as HPSAs.

What Benefits Are Offered?

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๐Ÿ† Detailed Application Guide

๐Ÿ“‹What Are the Application Steps & Timeline?

๐Ÿ“Steps to Apply
  • Decide which program fits (loan repayment or scholarship)
  • Check eligibility criteria
  • Complete the application form
  • Submit the application by the deadline
๐ŸŒApplication Portal
https://bit.ly/4d1GjnL
๐Ÿ“คSubmission Method
online
๐Ÿ“…Key Dates
May 19, 2026Application Deadline
๐Ÿ”„Intake Type
fixed-deadline

๐Ÿ“„What Documents Are Required?

โœ…Required Documents
  • SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
  • SF-424A (Budget Information - Non-Construction)
  • SF-424B (Assurances)
  • Project Narrative
  • Budget Narrative
๐Ÿ“Format Requirements
PDF only, max 10MB
โœ‰๏ธSupporting Letters
Letters of support are required from community partners.

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๐Ÿ’ฐWhat Expenses Are Eligible?

๐ŸงพEligible Expenses
  • Federal educational loans repayment
๐Ÿ“Expense Caps
Up to $75,000 in loan repayment for a 2-year service commitment
๐Ÿ’ณPayment Model
reimbursement
โชRetroactive Expenses Eligible
No

๐ŸคIs Matching Funding Required?

๐Ÿ”€Matching Required
No
๐Ÿ“šStacking Rules
Yes, can combine with other government funding.

๐Ÿ“ŠWhat Are the Reporting Requirements?

๐Ÿ”Audit Requirements
OMB Uniform Guidance Single Audit if the recipient expends $750,000 or more in federal awards in a fiscal year

How Do I Apply?

Iali@hrsa.gov
(301) 594-4400

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Visit the program page for detailed eligibility requirements.

This program offers funding up to $9,999,999,999 (minimum $50,000).

This program accepts applications on a rolling basis.

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