Dental Student Scholarship (Full Tuition + Monthly Stipend) – Navy HPSP
Dental Student Scholarship (Full Tuition + Monthly Stipend) – Navy HPSP
Role Overview
Are you pursuing a career in dentistry but concerned about the rising cost of tuition? The Navy Health Professions Scholarship Program (HPSP) offers a clear path to a debt-free education and a guaranteed clinical practice upon graduation.
As a Navy Dentist, you won't just be "filling and drilling." You’ll be a commissioned officer and a vital member of a global healthcare team, practicing high-quality dentistry without the overhead costs or administrative burdens of a private practice.
The Benefits
100% Tuition Coverage: We pay for your four-year dental school program at any accredited U.S. school.
Monthly Stipend: Receive a living allowance of over $2,700+ per month to cover housing and expenses.
Signing Bonus: Eligibility for an initial sign-on bonus (subject to current fiscal year availability).
No Overhead: All equipment, supplies, and staffing are provided. You focus 100% on patient care.
Advanced Training: Direct access to residency programs and fellowships in specialties like Oral Surgery, Endodontics, and Periodontics.
Global Impact: Opportunities to serve at state-of-the-art facilities stateside, overseas, or aboard naval vessels.
Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive dental care to Sailors, Marines, and their families.
Maintain readiness through routine exams, restorative work, and surgical procedures.
Lead and mentor a team of dental technicians and auxiliary staff.
Uphold the standards of a Commissioned Officer in the United States Navy.
Qualifications
Enrollment: Must be enrolled in or have an acceptance letter from an ADA-accredited dental school (DDS or DMD).
Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen.
Fitness: Must meet Navy physical and medical readiness standards.
Commitment: Willingness to serve as an Active Duty dentist for a specified term following graduation (typically 3–4 years depending on the scholarship length).
About the Navy Dental Corps
The Navy Dental Corps is comprised of more than 1,000 doctors practicing in every dental specialty. Our mission is to ensure the dental readiness of the Navy and Marine Corps, providing world-class care in any environment—from a clinic in San Diego to a humanitarian mission in the Indo-Pacific.
How to Apply
Click "Apply" to express interest, or message 937-300-0782 or michael.g.walters.mil@us.navy.mil directly for a pre-screening interview.