Loan repayment for physician assistants in Utah

Through the National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program, a full-time 2-year commitment at an approved site pays up to $75,000 toward qualifying student loans in FY2026, and half time up to $37,500. The award is not taxed and never pays more than you owe.

155 health center sites in Utah are approved NHSC sites on our records. 2 open jobs for physician assistants are listed at those employers.

Common questions

Can physician assistants get NHSC loan repayment in Utah?

Through the National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program, a full-time 2-year commitment at an approved site pays up to $75,000 toward qualifying student loans in FY2026, and half time up to $37,500. The award is not taxed and never pays more than you owe. 155 health center sites in Utah are approved NHSC sites on our records. 2 open jobs for physician assistants are listed at those employers.

Does working at a health center guarantee an award?

No. An approved site makes you eligible to apply. Awards depend on funding each year, and sites with higher shortage-area scores have been funded most often.

Where does the site list come from?

HRSA's list of approved NHSC sites, matched to the health centers on our site. A site can join or leave the program, so check the NHSC site search before you apply.