Gov. Beshear Announces $500,000 for Loan Forgiveness Program for Kentucky Dental Students

Begin Date: 
Monday, July 20, 2015 - 3:00pm
Location: 
MCKEE, Ky

 

Governor Steve Beshear and Congressman Hal Rogers joined public health and university officials today to announce a new dentist recruitment program aimed at promoting sustained oral health and well-being in eastern Kentucky.

The new loan forgiveness program is supported by $500,000 in state funds and is available for dental students who practice in the region. The dental schools at the University of Kentucky and University of Louisville will administer the program, providing two to five awardees $100,000 each for a two-year commitment.

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