NURSE CANDIDATE PROGRAM (NCP)

The Nurse Candidate Program (NCP) is a financial assistance program for students enrolled in a

baccalaureate nursing program. Upon completion of degree requirements, the student must

accept a commission as a Nurse Corps (NC) officer.

Benefits:

 $34,000 total incentive while attending school.

 $10,000 signing bonus PLUS;

 $1,000 a month (maximum 24 months)

Eligibility Requirements:

Citizenship - Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Age - Complete your degree by age 42.

Education - Must be enrolled in, or accepted for transfer into a nursing school accredited by either the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) or the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above to apply. Must complete studies/training as full time students attending all normal school sessions (2 semesters or 3 quarters), and must maintain a GPA of above 3.0 after selection. Degree requirements must be fulfilled within 24 months.

Service Obligation:

 Candidates who enter the program during the fourth (4Th) year of their nursing program will agree to serve

on active duty as a Nurse Corps officer for four (4) years;

 Candidates who enter the program during the third (3rd) year of their nursing program will agree to serve on

active duty as a Nurse Corps officer for five (5) years.

How to Apply:

To apply for NCP, or additional information, or if you just have questions, contact

Chief Petty Officer Lady Haschke

Cell: (608) 294-7113

Email: lady.e.haschke@navy.mil

16 N. Carroll Street, Suite 410

Madison, WI 53703