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.

To receive an NHSC scholarship, you must be a:

• U.S. citizen or U.S. national
• 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)

Visit the National Health Service Corps for more information and for instructions on how to apply.