Application and Program Guidance - Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Program

Application and Program Guidance - Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Program is a 37-page legal document that was released by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services - Health Resources and Services Administration on January 1, 2016 and used nation-wide.

FAQ

Q: What is the Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Program?
A: The Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Program (NCLR) is a federal program that helps registered nurses repay a portion of their student loans in exchange for a commitment to work in underserved areas.

Q: Who is eligible for the Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Program?
A: Eligible applicants for the Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Program are registered nurses (RNs), advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs), and nurse faculty.

Q: What are the requirements for the Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Program?
A: Applicants must be U.S. citizens or nationals, have a current, full, permanent, unrestricted RN license, work full-time in an eligible critical shortage facility or accredited nursing school, and have outstanding qualifying educational loans.

Q: How much loan repayment can I receive through the Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Program?
A: Participants in the Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Program can receive up to 60% of their unpaid qualifying educational loans in exchange for a two-year commitment to work in an underserved area.

Q: How long is the service commitment for the Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Program?
A: Participants in the Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Program must commit to work full-time for at least two years at an eligible facility or accredited nursing school in an underserved area.

Q: Can I apply for the Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Program if I am already working full-time at an eligible facility?
A: Yes, as long as you meet all other eligibility criteria, you can apply for the Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Program even if you are already working full-time at an eligible facility.

Q: Are there any other requirements or obligations associated with the Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Program?
A: Participants in the Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Program are required to fulfill their service commitment, provide updates on changes in employment status, and maintain compliance with all program requirements.