Florida Reimbursement Assistance for Medical Education (FRAME)
The FRAME program offers loan repayment to health professionals who serve in Florida’s medically underserved areas, aiming to attract and retain providers in high-need communities.
Funder: Florida Department of Health
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (FRAMEpc / FRAMEmh full application deadline, projected) | May 2027 (FRAMEdental full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $150,000 (physicians, 4 years); $90,000 (autonomous APRNs, 4 years); $75,000 (APRNs/PAs/mental health, 4 years); $45,000 (RNs/LPNs, 4 years); $250,000 (dentists, 5 years); $37,500 (dental hygienists, 5 years). Annual limits and actual award depend on profession and loan balance.
Summary: Loan repayment assistance for licensed health professionals serving in medically underserved areas of Florida.
Key Information: Volunteer service (25 hours/year) required for all awardees; eligibility and funding depend on provider type and practice setting.
Description
The Florida Reimbursement Assistance for Medical Education (FRAME) program provides loan repayment assistance to qualified health care professionals—including physicians, dentists, nurses, advanced practice providers, mental health professionals, and dental hygienists—who commit to serving in Florida’s medically underserved areas. The program aims to reduce educational debt to attract and retain providers in high-need communities. FRAME includes separate tracks for primary care, mental health, and dental professionals, each with specific eligibility and award structures. Awardees must complete a volunteer service requirement annually.
