Proof of U.S. citizenship at time of award offer. Students must be given a fair summary of the rights and liabilities of student applicants prior to application. This summary is included in the application packet. Applications are available directly from the program up to 2 weeks before the application deadline. This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372.
Special consideration is given to students whose specialty plans are in primary care fields.
Student financial need does not affect selection. Deadline for receipt of applications for each new academic year is the last Friday in March. Second priority for consideration will be given to all students who have characteristics which increase the probability they will continue professional practice in a Health Professional Shortage Area when they complete their service obligation. In fiscal year 1999, there were 300 first-time awardees and 50 continuations. The estimate for fiscal year 2000 is 326 awards.