I had some free time and I reviewed last year's thread to get a general idea of what the timeline was for NHSC Scholarship applicants. If anyone has any more formal/official timelines, please correct my gibberish!
1. It looks like the first sign of movement are credit checks, from CREDCO, and they being around mid-June. From past comments, it looks like a credit check is required; however, there's a second batch of credit checks mid-July for a second round of applications going through review. I'm unsure if there's more than two rounds of checks. One commenter wrote that there is "no way you will be selected without a credit check."
Someone also mentioned that the first round of applications are reviewed from June 16th to the 26th. There was a couple questions about the first letter of applicants last names, some people suggested that applications move in ABC order. Obviously, I have no confirmation of that.
2. The first rounds of finalist letters were received via email starting mid July. I'm unsure if there is a second round. Also, a finalist letter is no guarantee of approval.
3. "Countersign" emails are sent late/mid August. I think this implies that someone was finally accepted in the NHSC scholarship program.
4. Tuition and stipends begin to disperse late October/early November.
Finally, one helpful commenter mentioned this: "I asked if we were not selected could we speak with someone who reviewed our application for constructive feedback/criticism. She stated that if not selected, the portal should provide you with a reason of why your application was not selected. I am first time applicant, I can't verify this statement."
Also, I'm unsure if the process is different for CRNPs vs. DO/MD vs. dentists.
Good luck to all!!
