Important Update: Due to a decrease in funding, award amounts have been reduced, and some provider types are no longer eligible.
The West Virginia State Office of Rural Health administers the following programs for medical professionals:
State Loan Repayment Program
The West Virginia State Loan Repayment Program (SLRP) is designed to assist medical professionals with the high costs of education debt through provision of healthcare services in a Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA).
Recruitment and Retention Community Project
The Recruitment and Retention Community Project (RRCP) offers customizable grants to communities in Rural West Virginia to assist with the recruitment and retention of medical providers through financial incentives. The RRCP is funded in part by the sponsoring facility or community partners.