Navy Optometry Scholarship

The Health Professions Scholarship Program is designed to provide a financial incentive for students in designated health care professions to complete degree requirements and obtain a commission in the Medical Service Corps.

· 100% of your tuition is paid.

· Monthly stipend in excess of $2,466 to spend as you like.

· All educationally required school fees (minus housing and meals) are paid.

· Full re-imbursement for required books, supplies and equipment.

· Active Duty pay and benefits for 45 days a year.

· Citizenship - Must be a U.S. Citizen.

· Age - Complete your degree by age 42.

· Education - Must be enrolled in or accepted for transfer to an accredited college, university or school of study for a designated health profession. Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above to apply. Must complete     studies/training as full time students attending all normal school sessions and must maintain GPA of at least 3.0 after selection.

· Degree/certification requirements must be fulfilled within 24-48 months. Selectees must have an approved degree/course of study completion plan approved by Navy Recruiting Command.

· Medical Service Corps (MSC) minimum obligation varies by the program and number of years you are in the HPSP program. Your recruiter can provide specifics based on your program of interest.

· Clinical Psychology, Optometry, Physician Assistant