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On this site you'll find information to help you get acquainted with the IHS Loan Repayment Program.

New Applicants:
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Current Recipients:

This site also provides a link to the LRP Application Handbook (9/6/2009 - PDF - 669KB), an archive of LRP newsletters and success stories about health professionals who have made their careers within the Indian health system.
Deadline Information

Application Information

  • Applications are accepted year-round beginning October 1 through September 30.
  • Applications are evaluated monthly beginning in January (or as soon as funds become available) through September 30 each award year. Applications are reviewed the Friday of the second full week of each month. (Note: Your application isn't reviewed until it is complete.)

Notice of Awards Mailed

  • On the last working day of each month.

Service Period

  • Begins no later than September 30.

Welcome to the Loan Repayment Program (LRP) Web site

The cost of a health professional education is high. The LRP provides the financial freedom to pursue the future you've envisioned for yourself: a career with purpose and a sense of mission while treating patients who truly need you.

The IHS is an agency within the Department of Health and Human Services responsible for providing health care services to American Indians and Alaska Natives. The mission of IHS is to raise the physical, mental, social and spiritual health of American Indians and Alaska Natives to the highest level.

The LRP awards up to $20,000 per year for the repayment of qualifying health professions education loans. Award recipients agree to a two-year obligation to practice at an Indian health program site.

Career Opportunities Explore IHS career opportunities at the IHS Public Health Professions Web site.

Priority Sites Learn how to improve your chances at receiving loan repayment.

Success Stories Read about people who've made their careers within the Indian health system.

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