So I've been searching the web all day, unable to find any definitive information. From my understanding there are two "pools" of HPSP scholarships available, one for civilians and one for active duty personnel (whether that be Cadets, ROTC, or active duty), with the civilian pool being much larger.
Does anyone know exactly how many HPSP scholarships are available each year for active duty? Also, are there any stats (grades, MCAT) for those that do get accepted from active duty?
When I finish my undergrad and MCAT I'll have roughly 2.5 years left on my AD contract, so in a perfect world I'd get accepted to medical school and receive the HPSP, and make the transition after receiving the proper approval from my chain of command.
My concern lies with the uncertainty of receiving the HPSP. I read a thread earlier today where some active duty members mentioned they weren't awarded the scholarship even after being accepted to medical school. This is a travesty IMO, because it seems like any physically qualified civilian who desires the HPSP receives it.
Any information would be appreciated, and I don't intend for this thread to turn into a debate of the positives/negatives of military medicine. There are plenty of other threads for that.
Does anyone know exactly how many HPSP scholarships are available each year for active duty? Also, are there any stats (grades, MCAT) for those that do get accepted from active duty?
When I finish my undergrad and MCAT I'll have roughly 2.5 years left on my AD contract, so in a perfect world I'd get accepted to medical school and receive the HPSP, and make the transition after receiving the proper approval from my chain of command.
My concern lies with the uncertainty of receiving the HPSP. I read a thread earlier today where some active duty members mentioned they weren't awarded the scholarship even after being accepted to medical school. This is a travesty IMO, because it seems like any physically qualified civilian who desires the HPSP receives it.
Any information would be appreciated, and I don't intend for this thread to turn into a debate of the positives/negatives of military medicine. There are plenty of other threads for that.