How much funding does Medi-Cal Behavioral Health Student Loan Repayment Program provide?

Funding amounts vary. Check the grant details for specifics.

When is the deadline for Medi-Cal Behavioral Health Student Loan Repayment Program?

The deadline is August 15, 2026.

Medi-Cal Behavioral Health Student Loan Repayment Program

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Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

August 15, 2026

126 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Medi-Cal Behavioral Health Student Loan Repayment Program

Overview: A state-run program designed to support behavioral health professionals with student loan debt by providing loan repayment assistance.

Geographic Scope: California

Focus Areas: Behavioral health professional loan repayment

Eligible Applicants:

Licensed prescribing and non-prescribing practitioners

Associate-level pre-licensure providers

Non-licensed professionals

Must provide qualifying services under the California Medicaid State Plan

Program Requirements:

Applicants must commit to serving 2-4 years in Medi-Cal safety net settings

Eligible work settings include:

- FQHCs (Federally Qualified Health Centers)
- Community Mental Health Centers
- Rural Health Clinics
- Hospitals/behavioral health sites with 40%+ Medicaid/uninsured population

Important Notes:

This program is administered entirely by the State of California, not UPTE

UPTE's role is to share this opportunity; UPTE is not involved in application decisions, approvals, or enforcement

Applications require verification from your supervisor

Applicants are encouraged to apply early to allow time for supervisor verification

Contact Information:

For questions about program eligibility: Contact the State of California directly through the program's website

UPTE Contact: 2855 Telegraph Avenue, Suite 602, Berkeley, CA 94705 | 510-704-8783

Resources Available:

Program and application website

State brochure summarizing eligibility guidelines

Comprehensive grant guide

UPTE webpage with program information

How to Apply

Application Process

Deadline: August 15, 2026 at 3:00 p.m.

Required Materials:

Verification from your supervisor

Application Submission:
1. Submit application through the State of California's program website
2. Ensure supervisor verification is completed before the deadline
3. Plan ahead to allow sufficient time for supervisor verification step

Note: Full application details are available through the State of California's program website and comprehensive grant guide.

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