Work Repayment programs are, like Loan Forgiveness programs, are typically used as recruitment incentives. With Work Repayment programs require students to enter into a contract where they agree to work for the institution who is paying their total or partial loan amount,for a contracted about of time. These programs can be a great way to pay off student loans if you are comfortable commiting to a particular facility or organization.a contract to work in the same place amount of timeStudent loan forgiveness for nurses can come from several sources. There are many volunteer, hospital, and private care facilities that offer loan forgiveness. You should inquire into such programs when researching companies and applying for jobs. The National Heath Services Corps, Peace Corps, Americorps, Volunteers in Service to America , Armed Forces are just a few who offer loan forgiveness or repayment.

Today, with broad based nursing shortages, many individual states are offering programs. Inquire with your state to see what programs may be available to you. As new programs become available we will keep you updated with our newsletter. Federal loan forgiveness programs info can be found at: http://bhpr.hrsa.gov/nursing/aid.htm