NHSC Students to Service Loan Repayment Program Virtual Q&A Session Thursday, October 19, 2023 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. ET The National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Students to Service (S2S) Loan Repayment Program offers students in the final year of school up to $120,000 in tax-free loan repayment for medical, nursing, or dental school student loans. Join the upcoming Q & A Session to get your questions answered and review the application documentation tips below. The application is open now through December 7, 2023. |
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Preparing Your Application You will need the following documents to submit an application: - Proof of Status as a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National submit a copy of a valid U.S. passport, passport card, U.S. birth certificate, or U.S Naturalization Certificate.A drivers license or a Social Security card are not acceptable.
- Authorization to Release Information Form authorizes entities identified on the form to disclose information regarding those who have been selected and accept the scholarship award; must be dated and signed.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume should outline relevant work/volunteer experience and be no more than five pages.
- Proof of Passage of Required Licensing Examinations medical students must submit documentation verifying they have passed Step 1/Level 1 of the USMLE or the COMLEX; dental students must submit documentation verifying they have passed Part I of the National Board Dental Examination.
- Acceptance Report/Verification of Good Standing documentation from the school verifying your acceptance or enrollment in good standing; completed and signed by the school official.
- Preceptor Letter of Recommendation from a primary care preceptor or another individual who can discuss your interest in and commitment to a career in primary care and service to underserved populations and communities; shouldinclude a handwritten or digital signature.
- Additional Letter of Recommendation from an individual who is familiar with your academic, professional, community, and/or civic activities, especially those related to primary care and underserved communities; the letter may include apersonal address or organization if letterhead is unavailableand include a handwritten or digital signature.
- Essay Question detailed in the Application and Program Guidance, the response should be limited to a 500-word count or less.
- Transcript from yourcurrent educational institution showing at least two semesters of grades; an unofficial transcript is acceptable as long as it has your name, school name, and grade point average (GPA) or may be pass/fail.
- Loan Information Verification which includes an account statement and a disbursement report.
Additional supporting documentation may also be needed (if applicable) and includes the following:Verification of Disadvantaged Background and Statement Regarding Existing Service Obligation. For additional information, see pages 45-47 of the Application and Program Guidance. |
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| Application Tip: While PDFs are preferred, Microsoft Word documents are also accepted. When scanning items, make sure they're legible and clear. |
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