Transition from the Scholarship Program to the NHSC Loan Repayment Program

Once you complete your National Health Service Corps Scholarship Program (NHSC SP) service commitment, you can apply for an NHSC Loan Repayment Program (NHSC LRP) award.

We consider these applications on a non-competitive basis.

How do I apply?

You can submit your application when the new award application cycle opens.

Can I stay at the same NHSC site?

Yes. As long as you fulfill your Scholarship commitment on or before September 28 of the application year, and your NHSC LRP service will begin on or before September 30 of the application year.

Can I transfer to another NHSC site?

Yes, you may transfer to another eligible NHSC-approved site provided you complete the documentation and submit to us via My BHW for approval.

Related resources

Site guidance

Site Reference Guide (PDF - 676 KB)
Site Opt-In Instructions (PDF - 676 KB)
NHSC Site Agreement (PDF - 255 KB)
Behavioral Health Services Checklist (PDF - 177 KB)*
Site Data Tables (PDF - 236 KB)

*If you use assistive technology, you may not be able to access information in this file. For help, contact us at 800-221-9393.

Fact sheets

NHSC LRP Fact Sheet (PDF - 308 KB)
NHSC SUD Workforce LRP Fact Sheet (PDF)
NHSC Rural Community LRP Fact Sheet (PDF - 253 KB)
NHSC S2S LRP Fact Sheet (PDF)

Support network

Posters

NHSC 11x17 Poster (PDF - 1 MB)
NHSC 8.5x11 Poster (PDF - 932 KB)

Date Last Reviewed:

September 2025