Print and keep a copy of your completed application package for your records.
After you apply
After you submit your online application, you'll see a receipt of submission.
How can I view my application and its status?
Log into the Bureau of Health Workforce (BHW) Customer Service Portal to view your application status. You can also download a copy of your application, supporting documents, and completed EVs.
Can I make edits after I submit my application?
After you submit the online application, you may make edits and upload new documents. You must make all final edits and resubmit your final, complete application by the application deadline. You must certify and submit your application each time you make any changes. Applications in an “In Progress” status cannot be considered for an award.
Can I withdraw my application?
Yes, you may withdraw your application from consideration any time before the Secretary of Health & Human Services (HHS), or their designee, signs the contract. Please reference the Application and Program Guidance (PDF - 597 KB) for additional information.
How do you evaluate me?
We review applications after the application deadline.
We use selection factors and funding priorities to evaluate you and determine who receives awards.
Notifying award finalists
If you become an award finalist, we will email you and ask that you log into the BHW Customer Service Portal.
We will ask you to confirm:
- Your continued interest in receiving an award.
- The validity of the loan and employment information you provided us in your application.
- That you have read and understand the Loan Repayment Program contract. (We ask you to e-sign this if you receive, and accept, an award.)
We ask you to provide:
Your direct deposit banking information. We use this for award funds if you receive an award.
Note: You must respond by the deadline we provide in the Confirmation of Interest email.
What if I don’t respond in time?
If you do not complete the Confirmation of Interest process by the deadline, we may withdraw your application from consideration.
If you still wish to participate in the program, you will need to submit a new application. You will need to do this during a future NHSC Loan Repayment Program application cycle for first-time participants. You will compete with other providers based on that cycle’s program requirements.
Who makes award determinations?
Only the Secretary of HHS or their designee can make an NHSC Loan Repayment Program award.
When will you notify me of an award?
You will receive final notification of an award, including your service obligation dates, no later than September 30.
Will you notify me if you don't select me for an award?
Yes. If we do not select you for an award, we will email you no later than September 30.
NHSC Loan Repayment Program contract & service obligation
When does my service obligation take effect?
Your service obligation begins on the date that the HHS Secretary (or the Secretary’s designee) countersigns your contract.
Can I terminate my contract?
Review the Application and Program Guidance and your contract. Both provide detailed information on the timeline and requirements for NHSC Loan Repayment Program contract termination.
If you terminate, you must repay all funds you receive under the contract.