US Army Medical Officer (Health Professions Scholarship Program)

Overview

Are you committed to making a profound difference in the lives of Soldiers, their families, and global communities? The U.S. Army is seeking highly qualified and dedicated individuals to join our team of healthcare professionals through the Health Professions Scholarship Program (HPSP). This program provides a pathway to becoming a commissioned Army Medical Corps Officer, combining your medical education with an unparalleled opportunity for leadership, diverse clinical experience, and service to our nation.

The HPSP Advantage

• Zero Debt: Full tuition coverage for up to four years of medical school (MD or DO), all required academic fees, books, and essential equipment.
• Generous Stipend: A competitive monthly living stipend (over $2,999, subject to change) for 10.5 months of the year, plus active-duty pay (at Second Lieutenant rank) during annual training periods.
• Diverse Practice: Access to state-of-the-art medical facilities and unique patient care experiences, including potential involvement in global humanitarian missions and research on diseases not typically seen in the private sector.
• Career Development: Opportunities for leadership roles, professional growth, board-certified residencies, and military-sponsored fellowships.

Key Responsibilities (Student Phase)

While enrolled in the program, your primary responsibility is to dedicate yourself to your medical studies and excel academically. Additional responsibilities include:

• Maintaining full-time student status at an accredited medical school in the U.S. or Puerto Rico.
• Participating in specialized, short-term Active Duty Training (ADT) periods (approx. 45 days per year), which include officer orientation and clinical rotations at military hospitals.
• Maintaining medical and dental readiness standards and meeting Army fitness requirements during active duty periods.
• Adhering to the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) and exhibiting professionalism and leadership qualities expected of a future officer.

Post-Graduation Responsibilities

Upon successful completion of medical school and commissioning as a Captain in the U.S. Army Medical Corps, you will:

• Complete an approved Graduate Medical Education (GME) internship and residency program.
• Fulfill an active-duty service obligation as a physician, typically one year for every year of scholarship participation, with a minimum of two years.
• Provide comprehensive medical care in a variety of operational and clinical settings, supporting the health and well-being of service members and their families worldwide.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship.
• Baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution.
• Acceptance to or enrollment in an accredited U.S. allopathic (MD) or osteopathic (DO) medical school program.
• Competitive academic record (e.g., strong GPA and MCAT scores).
• Ability to qualify as a commissioned officer in the U.S. Army Reserve, including meeting physical fitness and moral character standards.
• Genuine interest in a career in military medicine and leadership potential.