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The Army Health Care Team is made up of six specialized corps. Find the one that best fits your profession.

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YOUR EDUCATION IS IMPORTANT. BUT SO IS THE EXPERIENCE THAT ENHANCES IT.

The U.S. Army Health Care Team offers future health care professionals the chance to finish their graduate education with less debt and more advanced training. In addition, graduate students will enjoy opportunities to rapidly gain career-defining experience.

ACTIVE DENTAL CORPS PROGRAM

HEALTH PROFESSIONS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM - DENTAL

Receive a full-tuition scholarship for up to four years at any ADA-accredited D.D.S. or D.M.D. program. In addition, you'll receive a monthly stipend of more than $1,600 for living expenses.

RESERVE DENTAL CORPS PROGRAMS

MEDICAL AND DENTAL SCHOOL STIPEND PROGRAM (MDSSP)

Need help completing your dental studies? Students enrolled in accredited dental programs are eligible for a monthly stipend of more than $1,900. Upon graduation, you'll train as part of an Army Reserve unit and serve when needed.

Learn more about the Dental Corps.

ACTIVE MEDICAL CORPS PROGRAMS

HEALTH PROFESSIONS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM - MEDICAL

Receive a full-tuition scholarship for up to four years at an accredited school of medicine or osteopathy. You'll also receive funding for books and associated lab fees, plus a monthly stipend of more than $1,600.

UNIFORMED SERVICES UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES

Obtain your MD while receiving full pay and allowances at the Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences School of Medicine. Graduates of this program earn a medical degree and receive a commission as captain in the Army Medical Corps. Requirements include:

  • A baccalaureate degree
  • Coursework in biology, organic and inorganic chemistry, physics, English and calculus
  • A letter of approval, if you are currently a member of the U.S. Army
RESERVE MEDICAL CORPS PROGRAMS

MEDICAL AND DENTAL SCHOOL STIPEND PROGRAM (MDSSP)

Need help financing medical school? Students enrolled in accredited medical schools are eligible for a monthly stipend of more than $1,600. Upon graduation, you'll train as part of an Army Reserve unit and serve when needed.

Learn more about the Medical Corps.

ACTIVE MEDICAL SERVICE CORPS PROGRAMS

HEALTH PROFESSIONS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM - OPTOMETRY

Receive full-tuition for up to four years at an accredited optometry program. You'll also be eligible for reimbursement for books and associated lab fees, plus a monthly stipend of more than $1,600.

HEALTH PROFESSIONS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM - CLINICAL OR COUNSELING PSYCHOLOGY

Full-tuition scholarships are available for up to two years at an APA-accredited clinical or counseling psychology doctoral program. You'll also receive reimbursement for some academic fees and a monthly stipend of more than $1,600.

Learn more about the Medical Service Corps

Active Medical Specialist Corps Programs

DOCTOR OF SCIENCE PROGRAM IN OCCUPATIONS THERAPY

The Army Doctor of Science Program in Occupational Therapy provides a Doctor of Science degree in Occupational Therapy. It is an 18-month training program at Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio, Texas.

  • Applicants must possess a Bachelor's or a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy
  • Bachelor's degreed applicants must have earned at least 30 post-graduate, clinically oriented credits
  • Have a minimum GPA of 3.0
  • Have current Graduate Record Exam Scores
U.S. ARMY-BAYLOR UNIVERSITY DOCTORAL PROGRAM IN PHYSICAL THERAPY

This nationally recognized Doctor of Physical Therapy program is open to applicants with a bachelor's degree or students in their last undergraduate semester. Prerequisites include:

  • Minimum cumulative and prerequisite GPA of 3.1
  • A minimum GRE score of 1000 (verbal + quantitative)
  • A minimum GRE verbal score of 450
ARMY DIETETIC INTERNSHIP/GRADUATE PROGRAM IN NUTRITION

Earn a master's degree in nutrition during this 20-month program. You'll spend 11 months completing a dietetic internship at the AMEDD Center and School, plus nine months in a didactic internship at one of four Army medical centers. This program is open to applicants who have either completed their last undergraduate semester or are in the process of doing so. Prerequisites include:

  • Minimum cumulative and prerequisite GPA of 3.0
  • A minimum GRE score of 1000 (verbal + quantitative)
  • A minimum GRE writing score of 3.5
INTERSERVICE PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT PROGRAM

Receive a master's degree in physician assistant studies during this two-year program that combines didactic and clinical training. Requirements include:

  • At least 60 semester hours of prerequisite undergraduate work
  • Active status in a branch of the U.S. military

Learn more about the Medical Specialist Corps

ACTIVE NURSE CORPS PROGRAM

HEALTH PROFESSIONS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM - PSYCHIATRIC NURSE PRACTITIONER

This program is open to nurses who have a letter of acceptance from an accredited psychiatric nurse practitioner program. Qualified candidates should also have a BSN, at least one year of nursing experience and the ability to complete the program within two academic years. You'll receive full tuition for two years, plus money for books and more than $1,600 per month for living expenses.

U.S. ARMY GRADUATE PROGRAM IN ANESTHESIA NURSING (AMEDD CENTER AND SCHOOL)

This program is open to nurses with at least 6 months critical care experience that meet the admission criteria for the U.S. Army Graduate Program in anesthesia Nursing with Northeastern University. When you enroll in this nationally recognized program, you can earn a master's degree in nursing anesthesia. At the same time, you'll receive specialized training to prepare you for any situation. You'll receive full pay and allowances. Tuition and related expenses are paid by the U.S. Army.

RESERVE NURSE CORPS PROGRAM

SPECIALIZED TRAINING ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (STRAP)

This program is open to nursing students currently enrolled in an accredited nurse anesthetist or critical care nursing master's degree program. Recipients receive a monthly stipend of more than $1,900.

Learn more about the Nurse Corps

ACTIVE VETERINARY CORPS PROGRAMS

HEALTH PROFESSIONS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM - VETERINARY

This program is open to veterinary students who have enrolled in an AVMA-accredited DVM or VMD program. You'll receive full tuition, reimbursement for some academic fees, plus a monthly stipend of more than $1,900.

Learn more about the Veterinary Corps

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