Rural health education financial aid resources related to rural health and human services, with information provided by the Rural Assistance Center Copyright 2009 Rural Assistance Center http://www.raconline.org/info_guides/funding/hpeducation.php Funding is available from the Indian Health Service for a loan repayment program for health professions educational loans (undergraduate and graduate) in return for full-time clinical service in Indian health programs. http://edocket.access.gpo.gov/2009/E9-27721.htm Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:33:47 CST http://edocket.access.gpo.gov/2009/E9-27721.htm Borrowers may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance due on their eligible federal student loans after they have made 120 payments on those loans under certain repayment plans while employed full time by certain public service employers. -- U.S. Department of Education http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=2268 Mon, 16 Nov 2009 11:36:27 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=2268 Provides free access to the most recent resources on the nations health workforce in one easy-to-use online location. Operated by the Center for Rural Health at the University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences and funded by the Bureau of Health Professions, Health Resources and Services Administration, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. http://www.healthworkforceinfo.org Mon, 16 Nov 2009 11:34:27 CST http://www.healthworkforceinfo.org Center for American Progress article discusses how targeted policy changes, such as expanding the National Health Service Corps, can begin to strengthen and expand the primary care heath workforce, which is the backbone of the health care system. http://www.americanprogress.org/issues/2009/11/primary_care_shortage.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 10:29:02 CST http://www.americanprogress.org/issues/2009/11/primary_care_shortage.html Star Tribune, (MN) article tells how it's one small piece of health care reform, but it's a big deal for medical schools and doctor's offices: forgiving the student loans of doctors who choose primary care. http://www.startribune.com/lifestyle/health/66231357.html?elr=KArksLckD8EQDUoaEyqyP4O:DW3ckUiD3aPc:_Yyc:aUUsZ Tue, 27 Oct 2009 10:07:40 CST http://www.startribune.com/lifestyle/health/66231357.html?elr=KArksLckD8EQDUoaEyqyP4O:DW3ckUiD3aPc:_Yyc:aUUsZ Annual scholarship program to help outstanding students complete their studies leading to a BSN degree. -- MinorityNurses.Com http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=2240 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 10:13:52 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=2240 Funding to form an elite corps of Health Promotion Policy Experts by attending the State Health Policy Institute. -- Society for Public Health Education http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=2024 Mon, 24 Nov 2008 13:31:15 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=2024 Scholarships to students that have decided to major in nursing or to nurses who are looking to continue their education, and to provide research grants to nurses who are working to expand the knowledge base of nursing. -- Ohio Nurses Association http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=1962 Fri, 11 Jul 2008 12:09:12 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=1962 Provides financial aid information for health professions scholarships, loans, and loan repayment. -- Health Resources and Services Administration http://www.hrsa.gov/help/healthprofessions.htm Tue, 06 May 2008 10:43:11 CST http://www.hrsa.gov/help/healthprofessions.htm A scholarship program to help alleviate the nursing shortage and increase the diversity of nursing professionals. -- Robert Wood Johnson Foundation http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=1895 Thu, 24 Apr 2008 11:36:28 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=1895 Supports domestic health professional education. -- Josiah Macy, Jr. Foundation http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=1042 Thu, 24 Apr 2008 10:27:24 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=1042 Promotes health care for America's underserved. Works to increase access to health care, provide health education, support use of health care services, and recruit and develop volunteers to support community health centers. -- National Association of Community Health Centers http://www.nachc.com/community-healthcorps.cfm Thu, 24 Apr 2008 09:55:42 CST http://www.nachc.com/community-healthcorps.cfm Lists numerous scholarships and financial aid programs for students with disabilities. -- U.S. Department of Labor http://www.disabilityinfo.gov/digov-public/public/DisplayPage.do?parentFolderId=84 Mon, 17 Mar 2008 08:45:19 CST http://www.disabilityinfo.gov/digov-public/public/DisplayPage.do?parentFolderId=84 Externships to dental students interested in a career with the Indian Health Service Division of Oral Health or a Tribal site. -- Indian Health Service http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=1337 Fri, 29 Feb 2008 10:32:02 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=1337 PHLI is a one-year tuition-free leadership development program for high-potential leaders with a commitment to leading in their own organizations and communities, but also leading system change on the national scene. -- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=629 Mon, 04 Feb 2008 17:14:30 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=629 This scholarship program supports students who are seeking a baccalaureate, masters or doctoral degree in nursing. -- American Association of Colleges of Nursing http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=1817 Mon, 04 Feb 2008 13:35:24 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=1817 The national voice for America's baccalaureate- and higher-degree nursing education programs. provides many scholarships and financial aid resources for nursing students. http://www.aacn.nche.edu/index.htm Fri, 01 Feb 2008 11:22:49 CST http://www.aacn.nche.edu/index.htm To foster the advancement of social justice through participation in health care advocacy work that focuses on the unique challenges facing many communities of color.. -- Families USA http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=706 Wed, 16 Jan 2008 17:30:25 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=706 Funding to develop the next generation of national leaders in academic nursing through career development awards for outstanding junior nursing faculty. -- Robert Wood Johnson Foundation http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=1797 Thu, 10 Jan 2008 10:38:04 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=1797 Grants to students who intend to teach in a public or private elementary or secondary school that serves students from low-income families. -- U.S. Department of Education http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=1796 Mon, 07 Jan 2008 12:07:13 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=1796 Awards scholarships to qualified nursing students. -- Foundation of the National Student Nurses Association http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=1764 Fri, 14 Dec 2007 11:45:59 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=1764 Coordinates the recruitment and retention of caring health professionals in the healthcare system and supports communities' efforts to build more integrated and sustainable systems of care. Part of the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. http://www.hrsa.gov/bcrs/ Mon, 22 Oct 2007 13:01:28 CST http://www.hrsa.gov/bcrs/ Scholarship program for enrolled undergraduate nursing students. -- Foundation of the National Student Nurses Association http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=1714 Wed, 17 Oct 2007 11:00:59 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=1714 Provides an ongoing assessment of physician workforce trends, training issues and financing policies, and recommends appropriate federal and private sector efforts on these issues. http://www.cogme.gov/default.htm Tue, 31 Jul 2007 10:47:09 CST http://www.cogme.gov/default.htm Loan forgiveness program for teachers. -- U.S. Department of Education http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=1573 Wed, 18 Apr 2007 08:23:17 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=1573 Presents information on preparing for and funding education beyond high school. -- U.S. Department of Education http://studentaid.ed.gov/PORTALSWebApp/students/english/index.jsp Mon, 16 Apr 2007 14:56:45 CST http://studentaid.ed.gov/PORTALSWebApp/students/english/index.jsp Scholarships to rural America's best and brightest students. -- Foundation for Rural Education and Development http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=1559 Wed, 11 Apr 2007 19:16:59 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=1559 Fellowship that provides medical students with an applied hands-on training experience in epidemiology and public health. -- CDC Foundation http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=1554 Wed, 11 Apr 2007 13:06:55 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=1554 Lists contact information for each state's Primary Care Office (PCO). PCOs represent the needs of the underserved populations and the providers who serve them. These offices can provide information on Conrad 30 J-1 Visa Waiver programs, loan repayment programs, and recruitment and retention. -- Bureau of Primary Health Care http://bhpr.hrsa.gov/shortage/pcos.htm Tue, 19 Dec 2006 00:00:00 CST http://bhpr.hrsa.gov/shortage/pcos.htm The Rural Development Leadership Network assists community leaders to strengthen their practical skills, knowledge and credentials while remaining involved in their community development work. -- Rural Development Leadership Network http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=685 Tue, 08 Aug 2006 00:00:00 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=685