Air Force Scholarship Info

Posted by herzbesd on Wednesday, January 16, 2019 in Uncategorized .

Highlights of the top pros (and possible cons) of our program:

Pros:

Graduate debt-free!
100% tuition covered to any accredited Med School
Most Other education-related expenses covered (i.e…books, computers, tutors)
Monthly Stipend through Med School of over $2200 per month
$20k bonus for 4 year scholarship recipients
Two chances to match (Air Force and Civilian)
Zero military obligations while in school – focus on studying, not finances/work
Commissioned as Air Force 2^nd Lieutenant with many military benefits during Med School
Med School health/dental insurance requirements covered by Air Force
Paid as Air Force Captain/O-3 (to include tax free housing allowance, food allowance, full base privileges, gym, clothing allowance, Blended Retirement System, etc…) while in residency

Possible Cons:

Will attend Commissioned Officer Training (COT) either prior to Med School start or after first year –https://www.airforce.com/education/military-training/cot
Will commit to 3-4 years of active duty Air Force after Residency.
No early guarantee of geographic location during Residency or tour of active duty.
Top Pros of being Active Duty Air Force after residency:
Captain pay with possible promotion to Major during tour
Ability to practice medicine as you see fit without the insurance battles/limitations
No need to pay for your own malpractice insurance (unless moonlighting)
Typically less work hours allowing for more family and/or moonlighting time
Full health and dental benefits – no co-pays, no maximums, unlimited sick days, family covered as well
Humanitarian opportunities while being paid on active duty
Fully paid continuing education options
Military patients must follow your directions and return for follow ups – able to see your treatments through

Possible Cons:

May need to deploy in support of our Airman
No early guarantee of assignment – Must be somewhat flexible on physical location

Questions? Contact:

Erik S. Erwin, TSgt, USAF
Air Force Health Professions
2636 Elm Hill Pike Ste. 130
Nashville, TN 37214

O: (615) 885-9665
M: (615) 775-5617
F: (615) 872-2172