As an HPSP applicant, at what point in the process am I actually committed?

[Matt20]

This is probably a stupid set of questions, but here it goes. As the title states, I'm applying for the HPSP this year. After doing some more research and a bit of soul searching, I'm having doubts as to whether I even want to do this anymore. So where is the point of no return for me? When am I actually committed to the program? Do I sign my name on some dotted line after getting accepted to the program and a medical school? Or am I already obligated to follow through with my application after having submitted it to my recruiter?

I ask because I'd like to know if/when I can withdraw my application. As I said, I've submitted it to my recruiter, but that's all I've done so far. I haven't been accepted into any medical school yet, and I haven't been awarded the scholarship either.

Also, what would be the proper etiquette for withdrawing? Do I just send my recruiter an email saying "I am withdrawing my application."?

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[Kingfisher]

You are only committed after signing your contract and taking your oath (although the "real" commitment begins when you start taking money). At this point your email would be fine.

 

[IlDestriero]

Until you sign on the dotted line of your military contract you are free to drop out of consideration.

 

[Matt20]

Thanks for the responses.