Who It’s For: Physicians, certified nurse practitioners, registered professional nurses, certified nursing assistants, and licensed practical nurses who work in an approved Illinois veterans’ home for at least 12 months.
How to Apply: You can download the necessary application on this page.
What Loans Qualify: Stafford loans, Graduate PLUS loans, consolidation loans, nursing student loans, Supplemental Loans for Students, alternative loans and other types of government and institutional loans used for nursing education expenses.
How Much?: Up to $5,000 per year, for up to a maximum of four years.
Anything Else I Should Know?: Approved nursing homes for the purposes of this program are located in Anna, LaSalle, Manteno and Quincy, Illinois.