Despite significant dental workforce shortages, oral health remains an essential need in many Virginia communities. Delta Dental of Virginia Foundation is committed to addressing these shortfalls with a one-year student loan repayment program designed to help Virginia dentists and dental hygienists in exchange for 12 months of service with a safety-net clinic.
The application cycle for new applicants is now closed. For those who have started their application, you will be able to complete it by 6/30/2024
Application Cycle Extended to: June 17, 2024
Original Application Cycle: April 8, 2024 - June 3, 2024
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Incentive Structure:There is a total of $250,000 in funding available for loan repayments to dental providers.
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Eligibility:
- A licensed dentist or dental hygienist and be in good standing;
- Working full-time (32 hours per week minimum);
- Have a valid and unrestricted license to practice in Virginia;
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Applicants must be a United States Citizen, National, Permanent Resident, hold an immigration visa or be classified as a political refugee as verified by a social security number included in the application. Persons with a temporary or student visa are not eligible.
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Must agree to use the Delta Dental funds only to repay qualifying educational loan(s)
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Must have qualifying educational loans & show proof
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Must show proof of debt reduction
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An award cannot exceed the total amount owed
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- Must completely satisfy any other contractual service obligation
- Must not have any judgment Liens
- Practice in a Dental Health Professional Shortage Area in Virginia (DHPSA)
- Required Documents
- Employer support form
Contact:
Please send questions to incentiveprograms@vdh.virginia.gov