Indian Health Service
Enrollment Period
Open enrollment
The IHS Scholarship Program supports American Indian and Alaska Native students pursuing health professions degrees by covering full tuition, required fees, and a monthly living stipend. Recipients commit to serving in IHS facilities, tribal health programs, or urban Indian organizations for one year per year of support received, with a minimum two-year service obligation.
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Are you an American Indian or Alaska Native who is an enrolled member of a federally recognized tribe or a first-generation descendant of an enrolled member?
Are you a US citizen or qualifying non-citizen?
Are you currently pregnant, breastfeeding, or did you recently give birth?
Can you demonstrate financial need?
Do you commit to a 2-year service obligation at an IHS/tribal/urban Indian health facility for each year of scholarship support received?