Careers & Recruiting
HBS Nonprofit/Public Sector Loan Repayment Assistance Program
2010 awards for the HBS Nonprofit/Public Sector Loan Repayment Assistance Program are determined based on an applicant's earnings and need-based debt, as well as qualifications and job fit. Eligibility and selection are determined by a Selection Committee and awards are distributed on a funds-available basis. Award amounts are determined annually as a percentage of the following formula based on the applicant's earnings and need-based debt, as well as overall program demand and fund availability:
If applicant's adjusted income is: |
Applicant may be: |
|---|---|
<$80,000 |
Potentially eligible for coverage of the full amount of their need-based debt up to $10,000 per year. |
Between $80,000 and $90,000 |
Expected to contribute a minimum of 20% of income above $80,000 |
>$90,000 |
Expected to contribute $2,000 plus a minimum of 35% of income above $90,000 |
The annual award percentage calculation is based on overall program demand and fund availability. Based on program history, the percentage amount for 2010 awards is anticipated to be between 85% and 100% of an applicant's eligible amount as outlined above. The specific 2010 award percentage will be determined following Committee review of all applications.
TAX TREATMENT
The Program is intended to provide loan assistance awards that are potentially excludible from the recipient's income under Section 108(f) of the Internal Revenue Code. Under current guidance from the IRS, in order for the award to be excludible, the recipient is required to work:
- In occupations with unmet needs or in areas with unmet needs, and
- For or under the direction of a governmental unit or a Section 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization
Additional information can be found in Section 5 of IRS Publication 970. If you have additional questions, you are advised to consult with a financial advisor regarding the tax consequences for loan assistance awards.
