The Veterinary Medical Loan Repayment Program Application is Coming Soon!
Veterinary Medical Loan Repayment Program
The purpose of the New Mexico Veterinary Medical Loan Repayment Program (VMLRP) is to increase the number of veterinarians in rural parts of the state by providing repayment for outstanding student loans.
As part of the program requirements, veterinarians must commit to a four-year full-time service agreement in designated rural shortage areas in New Mexico. The VMLRP is competitive, and submitting an application does not guarantee funding.
Eligibility
- A citizen or lawful permanent resident of the United States;
- A resident of New Mexico;
- Licensed as a veterinarian in New Mexico;
- Employed full time in a private practice providing food-animal veterinary medical services in a designated underserved area.
When To Apply
Coming Soon
Where To Apply
The link for the electronic application will be made available on this page, with dates to be announced.
Awards
- The award shall not exceed fifteen thousand dollars ($15,000) for each of the first two years.
- For each of the following two years, the amount may reach up to twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000).
- The total award amount may not exceed eighty thousand dollars ($80,000).
Obligation
Must serve at least four years, with quarterly reporting. Payments go directly to debtors.