As an HPSP student, MEPS focuses just on the physical qualifications, and you will not be asked to complete a computerized ASVAB on arrival unlike applicants who are hoping to enlist. The process still takes several hours so be prepared to spend most of your day there.
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What are the requirements for the HPSP scholarship?
Requirements for HPSP: Qualification as a commissioned Officer. In progress or completed a bachelor’s degree from an accredited school. Acceptance to or enrollment in an accredited graduate, doctoral, or medical school program in the U.S. or Puerto Rico. Full-time student status during the length of the program.
How hard is it to get a HPSP scholarship?
An HPSP applicant should generally have a minimum GPA of 3.0, and a minimum MCAT score of 500. A competitive applicant should have at least 3.6 GPA, and 506 to 509 MCAT score. Factors also influencing the Military in voluntary service and leadership.
What is the acceptance rate for HPSP?
You are required to apply for an AEGD, but not accept it (the acceptance rate is nearly 100%, so yes, it is highly encouraged). I personally know someone who declined their AEGD acceptance just a couple years ago.
What MCAT score do I need for HPSP?
* Applicants must have a minimum 3.2 undergraduate GPA and 500 MCAT with a minimum score of 124 on each of the MCAT subsections.
Will HPSP pay for laptop?
The Choice is Yours Unlike most people, HPSP students have a choice here. Students can either purchase a laptop themselves or use the HPSP reimbursement benefit to cover the costs.
What disqualifies me from the military?
To enlist, you must be qualified under current federal laws and regulations or have an appropriate waiver. There are age, citizenship, physical, education, height/weight, criminal record, medical, and drug history standards that can exclude you from joining the military.
What medical conditions disqualify you from the military?
- Food Allergies. If you have a history of food allergies, you might be disqualified from joining the military.
- Celiac Disease.
- Contact dermatitis.
- Asthma.
- Braces or dental ailments.
- Motion sickness.
- Acne.
- Too tall.
Does HPSP help you get into medical school?
The Health Professions Scholarship Program (HPSP) offers two-, three- and four-year military scholarships that can help cover civilian medical school tuition, pay for fee, and provide a monthly living stipend. The length of these scholarships can vary by Service branch.
Is HPSP stipend taxable?
Taxes: HPSP/FAP stipends, grants, bonuses and active duty pays are subject to State and Federal Withholding Tax.
Do HPSP students get deployed?
Surprisingly, this was a common misconception shared by many of my fellow HPSP classmates. In reality, what my recruiter should have said that as a military doctor you will deploy, but you will most likely be working on a base which is much safer than being on patrol outside of the confines of a base.
What happens after HPSP?
Once finished with your residency training, you will be required to return to active duty to fulfill your HPSP commitment unless approved to pursue a fellowship. You do not gain time in rank during completion of a civilian residency program.
Does HPSP time count towards retirement?
Q: Does HPSP Time Count for Retirement? A: Yes you get one year of HPSP good for retirement for every year in the Selected Reserves.
How much do military doctors make?
How much does a Military Doctor make? The average Military Doctor in the US makes $61,510. Military Doctors make the most in San Francisco, CA at $92,888, averaging total compensation 51% greater than the US average.
How often do Air Force doctors get deployed?
In my specialty, docs can expect on deploying once every 18-24 months. Other specialties don’t deploy as often. Your family will never be allowed to come on a deployment.
How competitive is HPSP Air Force?
It’s competitive (12 4-year scholarships available my year; a lot more 3 year scholarships). The stats really vary (3.6-4.0, 20 DAT-very high DAT scores) so don’t get too hung up on those – and they take a holistic view of your app.
What GPA do you need for HPSP?
Test Requirements Although test scores are just one of the indicators, in general an applicant for the HPSP should have a 3.2 GPA and a minimum MCAT score of 500.
Is it hard to get into military medical school?
USUHS (military med school)is as competitive as a typical med school. avg MCAT ~ 27-30, avg GPA ~3.5ish. Acceptence rate ~ 15.5%. Though ~50% of the 167 spots are held by folks with prior military service, so some preference may be given to people with military experience.
How old can doctors join the military?
Military doctors must also be US citizens between the ages of 21 and 64, and typically must commit to at least two years of active duty service.
Can anxiety disqualify you from the military?
For anxiety disorders (for example, panic disorder), a person cannot enter the armed services if they needed any inpatient care, or outpatient care for more than 12 months cumulatively. They must not have needed any treatment for their anxiety disorder in the past 36 months.
Is 22 too old to join the military?
Those 18 and older are permitted to join the military without parental consent. The Navy Reserve minimum age is 18. Federal law says no military branch can enlist someone over the age of 42; however each service may set their own policy below that age limit.
How tall is too tall for military?
The cause for rejection for Armed Forces male applicants is height less than 60 inches or more than 80 inches. The cause for rejection for Armed Forces female applicants is height less than 58 inches or more than 80 inches. The Marines are more restrictive.
How far back does the military check medical records?
The new system is called the Prescription Medication Reporting System (PMRS) and is used to pull seven years of prescription histories for all civilian recruits going to MEPS.
Why does the military not allow flat feet?
Flat feet within military service go way back throughout history, did you know that back during the first 2 world wars, having flat feet could disqualify recruits from being able to enlist in the army! Having a flatfoot was seen in general as something linked to poor health as well as a sign of a low class individual.
Can ADHD disqualify you from the military?
While ADHD alone does not disqualify a person from military service, the Department of Defense (DOD) places significant enlistment restrictions on individuals with an ADHD diagnosis and/or prior treatment with medication. Has documentation of adverse academic, occupational, or work performance.