Nursing Loan-For-Service
Applications will be
available in May 2009!
Purpose
The purpose of the Nursing Loan-for-Service is to increase the number of
nurses in areas of the state which have experienced shortages by making
educational loans to students entering nursing programs.
As a condition of each loan, the student shall declare his/her intent to
practice as a health professional in a designated
shortage area.
For every year of service, a portion of the loan will be forgiven. If the entire service agreement is fulfilled, 100%
of the loan is eligible for forgiveness.
Penalties may be assessed if the service agreement is not
satisfied.
How much is the
award?
- The award is
based on the financial need of the student
- The award may
not exceed $12,000 per year
- Award may be
renewable for up to four years if application is submitted each year
What are the
eligibility requirements?
- New Mexico
residents
- Be accepted
into a Nursing program at a New Mexico public college or university
- Enroll at
least half-time
- Demonstrate
financial need
How do I apply?
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Step 1
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Complete the Free
Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
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Step 2
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Complete the Loan-for-Service
Application
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Step 3
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Request school
certification
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Step 4
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Send complete
application to New Mexico Higher Education Department
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When is the deadline?
Applications must
be postmarked by July 1. Mail complete
application to:
New Mexico Higher Education Department
Attn: Financial Aid Division
1068 Cerrillos Road
Santa Fe, NM 87505
