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DISTINGUISHED CAREERS BEGIN HERE.
Receive a full-tuition scholarship to optometry school, money for books and academic fees, as well as a monthly stipend of more than $1,600. The Health Professions Scholarship Program (HPSP) provides one-, two-, three- and four-year scholarships to qualifying students. During academic breaks, you'll gain hands-on experience while training alongside Army health care professionals.
As a student, you'll also receive:
- Officer's pay during academic breaks
- Reimbursement for books and academic fees
Upon graduation, benefits will include:
- Paid continuing education
- 30 days of paid vacation earned annually
- Non-contributory retirement benefits with 20 years of qualifying service
- No-cost or low-cost medical and dental care for you and your family
- Commissary and post exchange shopping privileges
- Flexible, portable retirement savings and investment plan (similar to a 401(k))
- Commission as a Medical Service Corps captain
- Training to become a leader in your field
Requirements include:
- Bachelor's degree emphasizing biological sciences
- Enrollment in or acceptance to an accredited optometry program in the United States or Puerto Rico
- U.S. citizenship
- Ability to maintain full-time student status
Numerous scholarships are available. Please apply to have more information mailed to you about Army Medical Department opportunities.
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