Washington Health Corps
Washington Health Corps (WHC) programs support licensed health professionals in providing care at approved sites in critical shortage areas.
Many types of healthcare providers are eligible, in a variety of clinical settings. In exchange for loan repayment, participants commit to serving in certain communities for a set period of time.
Review the WHC Program Reference Guide for details and requirements.
WHC programs
Substance Use Disorder Professional Grant
Substance Use Disorder Professional Grant Program
The Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) Grant Program is for students in SUDP programs. Learn more.
Behavioral Health Conditional Scholarship
Behavioral Health Conditional Scholarship
First-year graduate students in eligible behavioral health programs can receive a scholarship with the condition that they commit to working in their field. Learn more.
Applications for the 2025 Fall Cohort are now being accepted. Apply for BHCS here.
Nurse Educator Loan Repayment
Nurse Educator Loan Repayment
Nurses with advanced degrees can get loans repaid with the Nurse Educator Loan Repayment program. Apply for NELR here.
Loan repayment programs: Resources for providers
Our 2025 provider application opened on January 6 and has been extended through March 14.
Apply online for loan repayment here.
Step 1: Sites apply and request preapproval status. WSAC reviews site applications and posts a list of the preapproved sites. A full list of the current preapproved sites is below. Site preapproval status lasts for three years, contingent on the site continuing to meet minimum qualifications.
Step 2: Providers apply during the provider application cycle. To be eligible for consideration, providers must be working at a preapproved site, or have an employment contract to start work at a preapproved site on or before July 1.
Step 3: Sites verify the information submitted on the provider's application and provide additional details about the physical site.
Program Information
Program Information
About the Program
Approved Sites
Frequently Asked Questions
Participating or interested sites can learn more on our Washington Health Corps Sites page.
Application Information
Application Information
The Washington Health Corps Provider Application is currently open through March 14. Apply Apply for WHC loan repayment here.
Forms for Current Participants
Forms for Current Participants