TEL Scholarship Programme

Investing in excellence. Empowering tomorrow’s healthcare leaders.

About the TEL Scholarship Programme

Tristate Educare (TEL) Scholarship Programme is more than financial support — it is a strategic investment in Africa’s healthcare future.
Through full tuition and academic fee coverage, the scholarship empowers high-performing students to achieve their medical dreams while contributing to the growth of healthcare systems across Africa and the Caribbean.

Key Objectives:

  • Cultivate ethically grounded, clinically excellent physicians.

  • Strengthen the human resource pipeline in Tristate Hospitals.

  • Advance world-class medical education and patient-centered care.

Eligibility Criteria - Who Can Apply

Requirements:

  • Must have official admission into the MBBS program at Tristate College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Hillside University of Science & Technology.

  • Must demonstrate outstanding academic merit (SSCE, UTME/Post-UTME, or equivalent).

  • Maintain a minimum CGPA of 4.0/5.0 each academic session.

  • Commit to clinical rotations, internships, and community service at Tristate Hospitals.

  • Uphold integrity, discipline, and professional ethics.

  • Must be medically fit and provide a valid fitness report.

  • Must be a citizen or legal resident of Nigeria (or host country).

  • Financial need may be considered if academic standards are met.

What the Scholarship Covers

Full Tuition Fees

College-Approved Academic Charges

Academic Materials or Allowances
(as determined by Management)

How to Apply

 

  1. Complete the Tristate Scholarship Application Form (available via the College or Hospital portal).

  2. Submit supporting documents:

    • Provisional admission letter

    • Academic transcripts and certificates

    • Valid ID (National ID, Passport, etc.)

    • Two recommendation letters (academic and character references)

  3. Shortlisted candidates may attend a written or oral interview with the Tristate Scholarship Committee.

Maintaining the Scholarship

 

  • Renewal is annual, based on:

    • Minimum CGPA of 4.0

    • Positive service evaluation at Tristate Hospitals

    • Annual performance report endorsed by the College

Suspension or Withdrawal Conditions:

  • Academic underperformance

  • Misconduct or rule violations

  • Refusal of assigned service duties

  • Withdrawal or expulsion from the College

Life After Graduation
  • Service Bond:

    • Recipients must serve at Tristate Hospitals for four (4) years after graduation and internship.

    • In case of default, the full scholarship value must be refunded.

  • Alumni Engagement:

    • Tristate maintains an alumni registry to track performance, foster mentorship, and celebrate excellence.

Governance and Integrity

The scholarship is administered by the Tristate Scholarship Committee, comprising representatives from:

  • Tristate Hospital Management

  • Tristate College of Medicine and Health Sciences

  • The Board of Trustees

All processes are transparent, merit-based, and auditable, ensuring fairness and accountability.

Funding the Future of Healthcare

The TEL Scholarship Fund is sustained through Tristate Educare’s education budget, endowments, philanthropic donations, and CSR partnerships. All contributions are audited annually to ensure transparency and long-term impact.