Program Description
The Scholarships for Disadvantaged Students program provides
scholarships to full-time, financially needy students from disadvantaged
backgrounds, who are enrolled in health professions and nursing programs.
The programs makes funds available to schools of medicine,
osteopathic medicine, dentistry, optometry, pharmacy, podiatric medicine,
veterinary medicine, nursing, public health, chiropractic, allied health,
graduate programs in behavioral and mental health practice, or programs
providing training of physician assistants.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a US
national, citizen or permanent resident who is a current or prospective
student pursuing a degree in nursing or health care. You must also
characterize your financial situation as low income or very low income.
Application Process
For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.
Program Contact Information
For more information please visit:
http://bhpr.hrsa.gov/dsa/sds.htm
To apply for this scholarship, contact the student financial aid
office at the school where you are enrolled or intend to apply for
admission.
Managing Agency
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
http://www.hhs.gov/
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