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IHS Grants
The IHS Division of Health Professions Support administers three grant programs to encourage American Indians and Alaska Natives to enter the health care professions and pave the way for these professionals to practice in Indian health facilities.
In FY 2015, the American Indians Into Nursing Program continued four grants, and both the Indians Into Medicine Program and American Indians Into Psychology Program awarded three new grants.
| Grant Type | # of Grantees 2015 | 2015 Funding Level |
|---|---|---|
| American Indians Into Nursing Program (Section 112) | 4 | $ 1,669,697 |
| Indians Into Medicine Program (INMED – Section 114) | 3 | $ 1,097,364 |
| American Indians Into Psychology Program (INPSYCH – Section 217) | 3 | $ 715,078 |
To learn more, visit the Division of Grants Management.
