Who It’s For: Licensed social workers who are New York State residents and work full time in a designated critical human service area.
How to Apply: You can check the program’s website for application information, though it is only available during the active application cycle.
What Loans Qualify: New York State loans, federal loans, or private loans made by commercial entities subject to governmental examination. Parent PLUS loans do not qualify.
How Much?: Up to $6,500 per year, for up to a maximum of $26,000 over four years.
Anything Else I Should Know?: To determining whether you work in a qualified area, you can use this eligibility by county chart.