Name of Program:
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Allied Health Loan-for-Service Program
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Program Web site:
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http://www.hed.state.nm.us/students/alliedheatlh_lfs.aspx |
Designation (Fund Source):
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State
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Eligible Specialties:
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Students in allied health program - Physical therapy, Respiratory Care, Occupational therapy, Laboratory Technology, Speech-language pathology, Mental Health Services-social, Audiology, Emergency Medical Services, Pharmacy, Nutrition and Dental Hygiene
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Service Requirements (formerly Service Stipulation):
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The student shall declare his/her intent to practice as a health professional in a designated shortage area within the state of New Mexico.
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Who Can Apply:
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NM resident; attend a public post-secondary institution in New Mexico; undergraduate or graduate, demonstrate financial need
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Deadline(s):
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The application opens every year on May 15th and closes on July 1st.
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Repayment/Scholarship terms:
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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.
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Amount of repayment per year of service:
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Up to $12,000 per year
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How to Apply:
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Additional Information/Comments:
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The award is for a period of one year but may be renewable for up for four years upon resubmission of an application each year.
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Contact person(s):
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Name, title:
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Heather Romero, Financial Aid Director
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Agency name:
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New Mexico Higher Education Department
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Address:
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2048 Galisteo St, Financial Aid Division, Santa Fe, NM 87505-2100
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Phone:
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(800) 279-9777
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FAX:
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(505) 476-8454
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E-Mail:
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fin.aid@state.nm.us
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Name, title:
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Mia Candelaria, Financial Aid Program Coordinator
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Agency name:
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New Mexico Higher Education Department
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Address:
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2048 Galisteo Street, Santa Fe, NM 87505-2100
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Phone:
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(800) 279-9777
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FAX:
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E-Mail:
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fin.aid@state.nm.us
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