What do I need to do to prepare for applying to this program?

To apply to the Nursing Education Loan Repayment Program, you must meet the following eligibility requirements by the application deadline:  

• have a current permanent unrestricted license as an RN in the State in which you intend to practice or in a State participating in the mutual recognition compact.
• have received a baccalaureate or associate degree in nursing (or an equivalent degree), a diploma in nursing, or a graduate degree in nursing from an accredited school of nursing in a State;have outstanding qualifying loans obtained for nursing education leading to a degree or diploma in nursing as specified above;have completed the nursing education program(s) for which the loan balance applies
• be a U. S. citizen, U. S. national, or a lawful permanent resident of the United States
• be employed full-time (32 hours or more per week) at an eligible nonprofit facility;
• meet all additional requirements of the program.

NELRP accepts applications once a year.

For more information, see the NELRP Application Guidance