Community Behavioral Health Care Professional Loan Repayment Program accepting applications

The Illinois Student Assistance Commission’s (ISAC) FY25 Community Behavioral Health Care Professional Loan Repayment Program is open and accepting applications.

This program provides loan repayment assistance to qualified mental health and substance use professionals, and was designed as an incentive for recruitment and retention of those who practice in underserved or rural areas. It seeks to help address the shortage of Illinois community-based behavioral workers that causes disparities in access to critical mental health and substance use services. The amount of the annual award to qualified applicants is based on their position and may be received for up to four years. More information and how to apply linked below. Applications for the priority deadline are due by November 15, 2024.