Health Professions Scholarship Program

How to Apply

Award Procedure:
Priority will be given to applicants who are prior recipients. Special consideration is given to junior and senior level students whose specialty plans are in primary care fields. Criteria which determine competitive ranking fawards may include: (1) work experience, preferably health-related in communities of health care need; (2) personal background from a community of health care need; (3) career goals of primary care practice in service to Indians; and, (4) academic performance. Student financial need does not affect selection.

Preapplication Coordination:
Preapplication coordination is not required. This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372.

Application Procedure:
Application forms and instructions are provided by the Indian Health Service Scholarship Program, acting through the IHS Area offices.

Deadlines:
Contact IHS Area offices for application deadlines. New applications are available to interested individuals usually in February with a submission deadline of April 1.

Range of Approval / Disapproval Time:
Applicants notified by July 31.

Appeals:
None.

Renewals:
Continuation applications must be submitted annually. Continued funding subject to availability of funds and satisfactory performance.