Primary Care Resource Initiative for Missouri (PRIMO) Student Loan Program
573.751.6441
800.891.7415
DHSS.LoanRepayment@health.mo.gov
The Primary Care Resource Initiative for Missouri (PRIMO) Student Loan Program offers forgivable loans to primary care physicians, dentists, dental hygienists, psychiatrists, and other mental health practitioners who agree to practice in an underserved area in Missouri upon completion of their degrees.
Loans are forgiven at the rate of one year of service per year of loan.
Preference for financial assistance is given to minority students, students from rural areas or other areas of defined need.
Eligible programs include:
- Dental hygienist
- Psychiatrist
- Pre-dental
- Pre-medical
- Dental school
- Medical school
- Psychologist
- Residency programs
Loan amounts are based on discipline and educational status.
Links to the application form and online submission system are available on the program website.
For complete information about funding programs, including your
application status, please contact funders directly. Summaries are provided
for your convenience only. RHIhub does not take part in application processes
or monitor application status.