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Quick ‘N Easy Application Guide
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Application Timeline
Generally, the Extramural online application process for loan
repayment opens September and closes December. (Please click here to check
the News and Announcements for information on the specific
application deadline.).
Applications are then reviewed by peer review groups comprised
of non-NIH scientists and funded applicants are notified by e-mail.
Once notified of funding, applicants are asked to provide further
documentation, including a
promissory note and current
account statement for each loan. Awards
will be announced six to eight months after the deadline.
The 4 Steps to LRP Funding
The application must be completed on line (and a few documents
must be faxed) before the closing date of the application cycle.
Please see "News & Announcements
" on the LRP Homepage for current opening and closing dates.
To get started, go on line to www.lrp.nih.gov and click on the
“Apply Here” link. Enter the information requested
and you will get a login and password by e-mail. To access the
private application area, click on “Log In,” enter
the information, and submit. After selecting the program and
completing Page 2 of 2, the system displays the “Private
Application Area.”
All online forms are separated into the following tabbed sections:
Step 1 – Personal Information
This includes contact and educational background about the
applicant; funding sources information; a personal statement
about career goals, certifications (required signatures); and
verification of citizenship status.
Step 2 – Research
This step includes identification of your
research supervisor, if applicable, and a description of your
proposed research, your list of colleagues who will recommend you,
and the
institutional official who can provide salary information and
confirm your institutional support. As each form is submitted
NIH sends e-mail requests to either the
research supervisor, recommender, or
institutional contacts and they are asked to respond on line.
Step 3 – Loans
This section is where you tell us about your student loans.
Complete as many loan information forms as needed.
Click here to see what loans qualify.
Step 4 – Submit Application
When all online forms are completed, you must press the
“submit” button. Application submission is a
distinct and necessary step after all forms are submitted.
You can print and save your own electronic or paper copy.
Our coach in the Division of Loan Repayment offers some tips:
- Complete and submit each form as you finish it.
- Don’t wait until the last minute to submit Step 2 forms!
You have three months to complete your application so don’t
squeeze your mentor or
institutional contact for time. Get your forms completed swiftly and leave your
colleagues several weeks to submit their best responses on your behalf.
- Call the LRP Help Line at 866- 849-4047 with your questions,
problems, or suggestions.
- The application deadline is firm.
For the fine points on LRP applications click here.
FAQs on LRP Applications
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