Transition to Service Guidance for NHSC Scholars and Students to Service Loan Repayment Program Participants

How to transition from school or training to NHSC service

National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Scholarship Program scholars and Students to Service Loan Repayment Program (S2S LRP) participants must:

Begin employment within (6) months from graduation or end of training at a National Health Service Corps (NHSC) site with a Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA) score that meets your service obligation by program and discipline.
Follow the NHSC Transition to Service step-by-step guidance to successfully conduct your employment search and comply with all program requirements.

Check out our NHSC Empowerment Initiative resources to help you succeed in your health professional career.

Check out these topics for information you need to meet your service requirements.

Report personal changes to your status. Learn what documents you'll need to submit.

Get help searching for jobs at NHSC-approved sites. Learn to use the Health Workforce Connector or attend a virtual job fair.

Call 1-800-221-9393
(TTY: 1-877-897-9910) M – F, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. ET
(except federal holidays)
Email us or GetHelp@hrsa.gov
BHW Customer Service Portal, select Ask a Question

Date Last Reviewed:

May 2025