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Welcome To The Nursing Student Loan
Forgiveness Program
The Nursing Student Loan Forgiveness Program was
established in 1989 by the Florida Legislature to encourage qualified
personnel to seek employment in areas of the state where critical
nursing shortages exist.
The Nursing Student Loan Forgiveness Program is operated by the Office of Public
Health Nursing at the Florida Department of Health and provides funds
to assist in the repayment of nursing education loans. The program has
provided over $3.3 million dollars since 2002 to applicants accepted
and enrolled. Enrollment is based on available funds, and provides up
to $4,000 a year for a maximum of 4 years in repayment of nursing
educational loans.
Requirements for Eligibility:
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Must be licensed as an LPN, RN, or ARNP in the State
of Florida
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Must have loans incurred toward a nursing education
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Must work full-time at one of the designated sites
established in Section 1009.66, Florida Statutes
Application Timeframes are:
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November 1 - December 1
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February 1 - March 1
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May 1 - June 1
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August 1 - September 1
Please navigate the website to learn more about the
eligibility requirements, designated
sites and
more. For more questions or information, please
contact us.
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