Applications are now open for the Light and Bells Health Foundation (LBHF) Scholarship 2026, a tuition support programme created to empower the next generation of healthcare professionals across Africa.
The Foundation offers three categories of tuition support/assistance scholarships for eligible undergraduate students enrolled in government-owned institutions. Each successful applicant will receive $100, which will be paid directly to the recipient’s university or institutional account.
If you are studying Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Public Health, Physical Therapy, Medical Laboratory Science, or another allied health programme, this is an excellent opportunity to receive financial support for your education.
Scholarship Summary
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Host Organization | Light and Bells Health Foundation (LBHF) |
| Scholarship Type | Tuition Support Scholarship |
| Study Level | Undergraduate |
| Eligible Applicants | African Students |
| Eligible Institutions | Government-owned Institutions (Federal, State, or Local) |
| Eligible Courses | Medicine, Nursing & Allied Health Programmes |
| Scholarship Value | $100 per Awardee |
| Number of Awards | 6 Scholarships (2 per category) |
| Application Opens | Monday, July 6, 2026 |
| Application Deadline | Friday, October 2, 2026 (11:59 PM WAT) |
Scholarship Categories
The Foundation offers three tuition support categories.
1. G&G Tuition Support/Assistance Scholarship
This category is open to students pursuing:
- Medicine (MBBS/MD)
Applicants must be studying at any government-owned institution (Federal, State, or Local).
2. JSI Tuition Support/Assistance Scholarship
This category is available for students studying:
- Nursing (B.N.Sc.)
- HND Nursing
- BSN
Applicants must be enrolled in a government-owned institution (Federal, State, or Local).
3. Vision Tuition Support/Assistance Scholarship
This scholarship supports students studying allied health programmes, including:
- Pharmacy
- Physical Therapy
- Public Health
- Medical Laboratory Science
- Radiography
- Physiotherapy
- Optometry
- Dentistry
- Other allied health programmes
Applicants must also be enrolled in a government-owned institution (Federal, State, or Local).
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants will receive:
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- $100 tuition support.
- Payment made directly to the recipient’s university or institutional account.
- Financial assistance to support educational expenses.
- Recognition as a Light and Bells Health Foundation Scholar.
Note: Payments to personal bank accounts will only be permitted under exceptional circumstances where an institution’s policy does not allow direct tuition payments.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be enrolled in a government-owned institution (Federal, State, or Local).
- Be studying an eligible programme under one of the three scholarship categories.
- Complete all required sections of the application form.
- Provide accurate and verifiable personal, academic, and institutional information.
Scholarship Guidelines
Applicants should carefully note the following:
Application Deadline
- Applications open on Monday, July 6, 2026.
- Applications close at 11:59 PM WAT on Friday, October 2, 2026.
- Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
Application Requirements
Applicants must:
- Complete every required field on the application form.
- Submit truthful and verifiable information.
- Ensure all academic and institutional information is correct.
Award Details
Each successful recipient will receive:
- $100
- Funds paid directly to the student’s university or institutional account.
Where institutional policy prevents direct payment, the Foundation may approve payment to the student’s personal account under exceptional circumstances.
Recipient Testimonial Requirement
Scholarship recipients may be requested to share their experience through either:
- A 1–2 minute video testimonial, or
- A written story submitted via email.
Any testimonial will only be published with the recipient’s consent and will be used to encourage and inspire future applicants.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy
The Foundation has established the following AI policy:
- Applicants may use AI tools only for limited grammar, spelling, or language assistance.
- Personal statements, achievements, experiences, and supporting information must accurately reflect the applicant’s own life and experiences.
- Applications containing substantial AI-generated content will be disqualified.
- By submitting an application, applicants confirm that all information provided is truthful and their own.
- The Light and Bells Health Foundation reserves the right to review applications, investigate suspected violations, and disqualify applicants where necessary.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should:
- Visit the official scholarship webpage.
- Choose the scholarship category that matches their programme.
- Complete the online application form.
- Provide accurate academic and institutional information.
- Submit the application before the deadline.
Application Deadline
Friday, October 2, 2026 (11:59 PM WAT)
Applications submitted after this deadline or with incomplete information will not be considered.
Conclusion
The Light and Bells Health Foundation Scholarship 2026 is a valuable opportunity for students pursuing Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Public Health, Medical Laboratory Science, Physical Therapy, Radiography, Dentistry, and other allied health programmes in Africa. Through its three tuition support categories, the Foundation aims to reduce financial barriers and invest in the education of future healthcare professionals. If you meet the eligibility requirements and are studying at a government-owned institution, submit your application before October 2, 2026, for a chance to receive $100 in tuition support while joining a growing community of healthcare changemakers.
