National Institutes of Health (NIH) - Loan Repayment Programs (LRPs)

Information on applying for the NIH Loan Repayment Programs (LRP). Details registration, award types, and next steps for applicants.

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DeadlineNovember 20, 2025

Award amountUp to $50,000 per year

Last checkedJun 24, 2026

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Intramural LRP – New Applicants

Document outlines required materials for new applicants to the NIH Loan Repayment Programs (LRP), including biosketches, personal statements, and research plans.

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Requirements

Submit NIH Biosketch (Applicant, Mentor, Additional) in specified NIH format (max 5 pages).; Submit Personal Statement (1 page) on research training and objectives.; Submit Research Activities (8 pages or less) describing future research and role.; Submit Research Environment (1 page) detailing research, facilities, and funding.; Submit Training/Mentoring Plan (2 pages or less) with training details and mentor involvement.

Application materials

NIH Biosketch (Applicant); NIH Biosketch (Mentor); NIH Biosketch (Additional); Personal Statement; Research Activities; Research Environment

Documents

NIH Biosketch; Personal Statement; Research Activities description; Research Environment description; Training/Mentoring Plan; Loan Documents

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