Questions: Scholarship and Loan Forgiveness
Regarding NHSC scholarship: Can you apply if you go to a provisionally accredited med school? Regarding NHSC Loan Repayment: Do private loans qualify? The website says, "Only loans provided by Federal,...
View ArticleEasy to renew NHSC loan repayment?
For those who are or have been involved in the NHSC loan repayment program, how difficult or easy is it to renew? They were very vague with me about how they decide to renew and whether or not this...
View ArticleNHSC Loan Repayment - 2015
Is anyone else applying for loan repayment for 2015? I submitted mine and am anxiously awaiting word, though I understand that this could take quite some time--well into the summer and at the latest in...
View ArticleNHSC IM salaries, subspecialization, +
Hi! I have some questions regarding NHSC scholarships and the salaries one should expect following residency. I am very open to the idea of pursuing a career in Internal medicine. I wanted to see if...
View ArticleHow does one go about getting a potential job approved by the NHSC?
I have a general idea of where I'd like to work upon finishing my training. However, on the NHSC Jobs Center website, I've never seen any open jobs in this area. I understand that it is possible to...
View ArticleNHSC: Is it for me?
Hello, I plan on becoming a PCP and working in underserved areas. I was planning on staying in my home area of southeastern KY, but I am open to moving wherever. I also want to work in Doctors Without...
View ArticleNHSC/FQHC Lifestyle
Hey MDs and DOs, Can you comment on your typical day? How many hours do you work, what time do you usually get to go home, how intensive is all the administrative work (charts/other types of...
View ArticleDentist and Hygienist Salaries/Benefits in Community Health
I just signed an offer for a dental position as a NHSC Scholar, and before I did I was curious as to salary averages, typical benefits, etc. This is also a very typical question asked here (What are...
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Federally Qualified Health Centers / FQHCs
Does anyone have work experience at an FQHC? I was trying to find salary (looking into FL) and work life information online, but not a whole lot of luck. I am considering this as a career option...
View ArticleWhat can I do to maximize my chances of getting this scholarship?
For what it's worth - I've never lived in an underserved area. However, I have volunteered a lot for underserved people.
View ArticleFederal Loans Prior to Payment of NHSC Scholarship Award
What is the process for covering the "transitionary period" before the NHSC scholarship funds (and stipend) are distributed in October? For example, did you have to take out federal loans to pay...
View ArticleSigning NHSC job contracts early
I have been told since I was a medical student by scholars to "look for sites early". I started that process and some sites seem interested in offering contracts early as well, since they can only have...
View ArticleFellowship after service?
Is it possible to go back and complete an IM fellowship (card, heme/onc, etc.) after completing the 4 years of service for the scholarship program? Haven't really been able to find much information on...
View ArticlePSLF and NHSC
Do NHSC sites qualify for PSLF ( if we've already received an NHSC award] for any remaining undergraduate loans?
View ArticleFLRP
Anyone familiar with the Faculty Loan Repayment Program? I applied and received notice that I am a candidate and wanted to hear from anyone who had accepted the program in the past.
View ArticleScholarship awarding
I applied for the upcoming cycle of NHSC scholarships and was wondering if anyone could tell me when they usually announce the awards for the upcoming year and by what means they notify you? Thanks!
View ArticleWorking another job?
Is it permitted by NHSC to work another job, e.g. at high-end ffs cosmetic offices in Beverly Hills, on Saturdays on top of my full-time NHSC commitment to a FQHC on weekdays?
View ArticleNHSC Residency Option
Does anyone know if dual residency options are available to NHSC scholars? I was wondering if the NHSC allows for IM/EM combined residencies.
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