What are the consequences of not completing two full years of NRSA training or payback service?
If you receive NRSA training and are unable or unwilling to complete the required payback service, you must reimburse the U.S. Government for the investment made in your career by repaying the stipends received (plus interest, in some cases). Special exceptions are rarely granted, but may be considered in extraordinary circumstances. If you do not repay your NRSA obligation by service, your file will be forwarded to the NIH Office of Financial Management, which will contact you regarding your financial obligation.
