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Washington State Health Professional Loan Repayment Program
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Program
web site |
http://www.hecb.wa.gov/paying/waaidprgm/HealthLoan
RepayPage.asp
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| Sponsor |
Washington Higher Education Coordinating Board |
| Deadlines |
April 30, 2010 |
| Purpose |
The Health Professional Loan Repayment program was created to attract and retain licensed health professionals to serve in critical shortage areas in Washington state. The program provides educational loan repayment assistance to licensed primary care health professionals.
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| Eligibility |
Eligible Professions
Physician (MD or DO, or ND)
Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner
Licensed Nurse (any licensed level)
Midwife (certified-nurse or licensed)
Pharmacist
Dentist
Dental Hygienist
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Geographic
coverage |
Washington |
Amount of
funding |
The Loan Repayment program provides up to $25,000 per year for a minimum of three years. The service obligation period is based on full time (40 or more hours per week) employment and is prorated for less than full time.
The award amount is based on outstanding educational debt. There is an opportunity to apply for a fourth and fifth year for up to $35,000 per year based on remaining eligible debt.
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Application
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For more information contact:
For more information:
Email: health@hecb.wa.gov
Phone: Chris Wilkins at 360-596-4817
Summaries of funding programs are provided by RAC for your convenience. Please contact the funder directly for the most complete and current information. |
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