Alaska SHARP Loan Repayment ProgramAmount varies — see source
Tiered annual loan repayment over a multi-year contract, varying by discipline and site need. The state SLRP track is currently paused and no current-cycle amount is published.
Tax treatment not stated · Service counts toward PSLF · PAUSED — the Alaska SLRP is not accepting applications; reopening anticipated July 2026. · Verified 2026-07-24

Federal programs you can also use: NHSC LRP, NHSC Rural Community LRP, NHSC SUD LRP, STAR LRP, NHSC S2S, Nurse Corps LRP, IHS LRP, PSLF.

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Practice authority: AANP. Shortage & loan-repayment data: HRSA / NHSC and the state agencies linked above.

NP Specialties in Alaska

FQHC Opportunities

29 FQHC positions in Alaska offer student loan repayment up to $75,000 over 2 years through NHSC.

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About Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Alaska

Alaska offers excellent opportunities for Nurse Practitioners (NPs) across various healthcare settings including hospitals, clinics, FQHCs, and private practices. With 45 current openings, Alaska is actively recruiting qualified NPs to meet the growing healthcare needs of its population.

Many positions in Alaska offer competitive compensation packages including sign-on bonuses, relocation assistance, and student loan repayment. FQHC positions are particularly attractive as they qualify for NHSC loan repayment programs that can provide up to $75,000 over 2 years toward student loan debt.

Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Alaska — FAQ

Can nurse practitioners practice independently in Alaska?

Alaska is a full-practice-authority state for nurse practitioners. NPs practice and prescribe independently under board of nursing authority; one of the earliest full-practice states. Independent prescriptive authority, including Schedule II-V controlled substances.

Do nurse practitioner jobs in Alaska qualify for student loan repayment?

Nurse practitioners at NHSC-approved FQHCs and community health centers in Alaska can qualify for the National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program — up to $75,000 for a full-time, two-year commitment. There are 286 NHSC-approved sites on record in Alaska.

Does Alaska have its own loan repayment program for nurse practitioners?

Yes. Alaska runs a state program nurse practitioners can use: Alaska SHARP Loan Repayment Program. State awards apply on top of the federal NHSC Loan Repayment Program, and the service also counts toward Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

How many nurse practitioner jobs are available in Alaska?

We currently list 45 nurse practitioner positions in Alaska at community health centers and FQHCs. New roles are added continuously as facilities post them.

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