Reduce your student loan debt while making a difference in Nevada communities.
Loan repayment programs offer financial relief to behavioral health professionals who commit to serving communities with the greatest need. Below are three key programs that can help you reduce your debt while advancing your career. Consider exploring these programs as you near graduation to ensure you’re prepared for upcoming eligibility and application requirements.
National Health
Service Corps
Supports healthcare and behavioral health professionals in underserved areas across the U.S.
Eligible Professions: MFTs, CPCs, LCSWs, LADACs, Psychologists, Psychiatrists, and Psychiatric Nurse Specialists.
Award: Up to $50,000 for for the two-year initial term.
Commitment: Minimum 2 years of service at an approved site, either full-time or half-time.
Key Benefit: Serve in community health centers and provide care regardless of patients’ ability to pay
Nevada Health
Service Corps
A state loan repayment program encouraging health professionals to serve in Nevada’s underserved areas.
Eligible Professions: MFTs, CPCs, LCSWs, LADACs, Psychologists, Psychiatrists, and Psychiatric Nurse Specialists.
Award: Up to $50,000 for for the two-year initial term.
Commitment: Minimum 2 years of service at an approved site, either full-time or half-time.
Key Benefit: Helps address provider shortages in rural and underserved Nevada areas
Nevada Health Equity and Loan Assistance (HEAL)
Aiming to increase and retain healthcare professionals in Nevada through student loan forgiveness.
Eligible Professions: SWs, MSWs, MFTs, CPCs, LADCs, ABAs, Psychologists, Psychiatrists, and Psychiatric Nurse Specialists.
Award: From $15,000 to $120,000, depending on the type of provider.
Commitment: 5 years full-time in rural Nevada or urban underserved Nevada communities.
Key Benefit: Large repayment support for long-term service commitment
