Summary:The New York State Licensed Social Worker Loan Forgiveness Program is a service-obligated loan repayment program for licensed social workers working in critical human service areas.
Agency:New York State Higher Education Service Corps
Sponsor:New York State
Program Type:Loan Repayment
Length of Service:A minimum of one year of qualified service up to 4 years.
Type of Designation Required:Mental health HPSA or MUA/P
Minimum HPSA Score Required:N/A
Place of Service Obligation:Variety of social worker settings
Health Professionals Supported:Social workers
Additional Information:A current recipient is not guaranteed a payment for the following year; however, priority is given to prior recipients seeking payment.