IHS Scholarship Program

The Indian Health Service (IHS) Scholarship Program provides funding for American Indian and Alaska Native students pursuing health profession degrees. The program supports students in various healthcare disciplines to address the healthcare workforce needs of Indian Health Service facilities. Scholarship recipients receive funding for tuition and fees, books, and a monthly stipend to support their education. In exchange for scholarship support, recipients commit to serving at IHS or tribal health facilities after completing their education, helping to improve healthcare access in Native American communities. The program offers multiple scholarship types with varying levels of support and service commitment requirements. Scholarships are awarded for specific health disciplines that align with the workforce needs of Indian Health Service facilities. The application cycle for funding beginning August 2026 opens December 15, 2025 and closes February 28, 2026 at 7PM EST. Applicants must submit official transcripts and faculty evaluations through the online application system.