Lewis, Silver Cross Partner For Student Loan Repayment Support

ROMEOVILLE, IL — Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox has partnered with the Lewis University College of Nursing and Health Sciences to provide student loan repayment support of up to $27,000 for Lewis nursing graduates who pursue a nursing career at Silver Cross after graduation, according to a release from the university.

“This program will help to alleviate some of the concern over student debt for our nursing graduates, and enable them to fulfil their professional goals of providing excellent healthcare with compassion as part of the Silver Cross team,” Dr. David Livingston, president of Lewis University, said in a release.

According to the news release, equal payments will be made directly to students over a four-year period, which they can use to assist in repaying their student loans. In order for Lewis University graduates to qualify, they must complete their nursing degree at Lewis University, pass the NCLEX licensure exam, commit to a nursing career at Silver Cross for a minimum of four years, and participate in Silver Cross’ Student Nurse Assistant Program, complete a clinical rotation at the hospital, or work in a paid summer employment opportunity at Silver Cross.

“We have an exceptional nursing team at Silver Cross,” Ruth Colby, President and Chief Executive Officer of Silver Cross Hospital said in a release. “I’m delighted to partner with Lewis University and invite their well-trained graduates to our family.”

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