The National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Scholarship Program is a fully-funded opportunity for students pursuing degrees in healthcare fields such as primary care, dentistry, nursing, and mental health. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, this scholarship aims to support the education of healthcare professionals who commit to working in underserved communities after graduation. Recipients of this scholarship receive full financial coverage for tuition and additional expenses in exchange for providing care in Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs).
Scholarship Worth: Full tuition, fees, and a monthly living stipend
Level of Study: Undergraduate and graduate students in healthcare-related fields
Nationality: U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents
Application Deadline: April 25, 2025
Eligibility Criteria
- Healthcare Field: Applicants must be enrolled or accepted in a qualifying healthcare program, including medicine, dentistry, nurse practitioner, certified nurse-midwifery, or physician assistant programs.
- Academic Standing: Applicant must have good academic standing at an accredited U.S. school.
- U.S. Residency: Applicants must be U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents.
Application Procedure
- Online Application: Complete the NHSC Scholarship Program application on the official website.
- Supporting Documents:
- Submit academic transcripts.
- Provide letters of recommendation from faculty or healthcare professionals.
- Write an essay describing your commitment to providing healthcare to underserved communities.
- Selection Process: Recipients are selected based on their academic performance, leadership, financial need, and dedication to working in underserved communities.
- Service Commitment: Scholarship recipients must work for at least two years in a Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA) upon graduation.
- Deadline: Ensure all application materials are submitted by the May deadline.
Scholarship Application
- The application process is entirely online. Interested students must complete the NHSC Scholarship application and submit the required documentation before the deadline.
- Award recipients will be notified after the selection process is finalized.
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