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Scholarship Access: Becoming a Student Doctor course
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2024 NHSC
Started by doggo214
It says the application will be opening soon on their website!
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Ninjaballer25
New Member
Could you send a link to it please
I’m a former NHSC scholar and LRP participant. Let me know if you have any questions about my experience or the application process!
Hi I was wondering what tips you have to strengthen one's application for NHSC. I heard that the number of spots for NHSC is decreasing but I'm not sure if there's been official news as of yet.
Also I'm assuming you've practiced at a NHSC location. Could you describe what that was like? Any things you particularly liked or disliked? And how did you make the transition to practicing dentistry outside of the NHSC location?
Sorry I have a lot of questions!!
I would say emphasize your ties to underserved communities and bulk up your volunteering if you can.
Each NHSC site is completely different. I have experience either rotating through or working at 5 different FQHCs and they were all very different. Some triple book because their main patient base is Medicaid and there is a high no-show rate. Some limit their scope to phase 0 and 1 treatment only. Others are full scope including implants. Some have a great support system within the organization. Others have horrible bosses. Some have multiple dentists working at a location. Others are single provider. It varies so much by state, organization, and even location.
My first actual job was great until my boss left and the person who took his place ruined the working environment. She was the worst boss I’ve ever experienced and literally had me counting the days until I was done with my commitment. My current FQHC has been an absolute dream. I honestly couldn’t ask for a better job. And because of that, I actually don’t have any plans to leave. I finished my scholarship commitment a few years ago and have a few months left on my LRP commitment, but I am staying out unless my family situation puts pressure on me to move or I am able to transition into academia. But my heart is in public health so I have not transitioned to private practice nor do I plan to.
No worries, ask all the questions you want!
toastedbaguette
New Member
Hello! I want to expand on what you believe made you competitive. Do you remember for the LORs if you re-used the ones for your dental school app, or did you ask for new ones? What else do you think makes a competitive applicant? Did you submit your application early?
I did not reuse my letters. I had new ones written for the specific purpose of the scholarship application.
I think I was able to stand out because I had a lot of volunteer hours and emphasized my ties to underserved populations/areas. I also expressed my desire to practice in an underserved area beyond the scholarship commitment, which I am honoring.
Strong essays and letters are a large part. I was actually able to get my hands on the scoring rubric for these applications a few years back and essays and letters were the heaviest weighted items, so that is not just my opinion. My opinion is just what I consider strong, which is what I mentioned above.
I do not believe submitting early matters. I submitted mine the day before the deadline.
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Ninjaballer25
New Member
Is there a character limit for the essay? If there isn't how long should it typically be?
I’m not familiar with this year’s essay(s), but the answer should be in here: https://nhsc.hrsa.gov/sites/default/files/nhsc/scholarships/scholarship-application-guidance.pdf
I haven't had any issues as long as I use the link from their "How to Apply for an NHSC Scholarship" webpage
My school told me they cannot complete my "Verification of Disadvantaged Background" form because they have not received my FAFSA yet. Apparently the new changes in the 2024-25 FAFSA form has caused a delay for many/most students.
Should I reach out to NHSC because im worried my fafsa wont be in by the 4/25 deadline?
Should I reach out to NHSC because im worried my fafsa wont be in by the 4/25 deadline?
My financial aid office did the same but told me I could send any information I could verifying disadvantaged status according to the form and they ultimately completed it.
Hi everyone, I can't seem to access any of the required forms/documents in the application and am not super sure what the issue might be as I'm taken to a blank tab every time I click on the hyperlinks. Would anyone be willing to email PDFs of the required documents or let me know if you were able to work around this issue? Thanks so much in advance!
Not really sure what my laptop did but I was finally able to download the documents directly from the application portal! Apparently, uploading two required documents myself was enough for the application to finally allow me to download directly.
Ugh, I was able to download them but now for some reason it’s doing the same thing to me [emoji24]
Is there any way to show community service hours or relevant experiences other than in the personal statement? For example uploading something under the optional supporting documents section?
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I had my letter writers mention it in their recommendations.
Lifelybriefly
Full Member
has anyone receive a credit check yet? On previous threads, it appears a credit checks started to happen June 20th
Nothing yet. Hopefully soon! 🙂
Lifelybriefly
Full Member
Hopefully!
sweetenerxx
New Member
has anyone gotten any updates?
docmcstuffins24
Full Member
No 🙁
docmcstuffins24
Full Member
Anyone hear anything?
dental77724
Full Member
Nothing yet 🙁
I don't think we'll hear back until september!
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Chiro2MDDO
Full Member
I have chewed through my nails waiting for any sliver of information lol
pillowdental
New Member
did anyone get an email that there application is now under review
I just got this as well. my application has said it has been under review for a while now though
pillowdental
New Member
same
ovaryactingmed
New Member
also no credit check and just got an email saying my application was under review... I wish they gave us more guidance on what to expect
Really hoping finalist notifications get sent out this week 🙁 I received a credit check last year but was not awarded the scholarship. Hoping this year is different🤞
arcelarsenal
Full Member
Has anyone heard anything else or gotten a credit check?
just received a finalist email
edit: confirmation of interest* email. Idk if it's different
edit: confirmation of interest* email. Idk if it's different
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arcelarsenal
Full Member
Did you have any changes on your portal? I haven't heard of a confirmation of interest email so I'm just trying to learn some!!
Yeah it changed from the normal application screen to one where it allows me to fill out additional documents!
arcelarsenal
Full Member
To my knowledge yes, congrats!!
dental77724
Full Member
Did anyone get an email?
I have not gotten anything and still patiently waiting for some update!
Does anyone know how if they send emails out in batches or is it all at once?
arcelarsenal
Full Member
I didn't get anything either 🥲 I think other years there have been a couple batches, I think especially if not everyone accepts the scholarship?! Hoping we still have a chance, I know this waiting sucks lol. Best of luck to everyone and if anyone wants to chat I'm here!
on my portal it says all awards are going out by September 3rd. I’m pretty sure it’s wrong though bc that’s the due date for finalists to confirm the scholarship
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