Islam is the third-largest faith represented in the United States and growing. Even so, Islam is still considered a religious minority and is often misrepresented or under-represented in the media. Fortunately, a number of organizations and scholarship foundations help Muslim students pursue a college education. Here are just a few scholarship opportunities for students of the Islamic faith.
Aziz Jamaluddin Scholarship
Amount: $4,000
Deadline: February 28, 2020
This scholarship, awarded to students of Islamic faith pursuing degrees in Journalism and/or Political Science, was founded on the hope that an educated generation could communicate the true message of Islam across many forms of media.
To be eligible, the student must: have a GPA of 3.5 or higher, demonstrate financial need, be an American citizen, be majoring in Journalism or PoliSci, submit two letters of recommendation, and answer a short essay question.
Dr. Abdus Saleem Family Scholarship
Amount: $10,000
Deadline: February 28, 2020
Awarded based on academic achievement, leadership experience, and volunteer work, this scholarship awards students majoring in one of the following areas: medical technology, oil and energy, computer science, journalism, or business administration.
Requirements: US citizenship, a GPA of 3.5 or higher, entering Freshman year of college, submit the FAFSA, provide 2 letters of recommendation.
ISF National Scholarship
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: March 21, 2020
The Islamic Scholarship Fund addresses the under-representation of American Muslims in certain fields and occupations, especially those that influence public policy.
Currently enrolled in an accredited university, majoring in a field supported by the ISF, such as journalism, anthropology, law, linguistics, and public policy among others, may apply.
Dr. Abdulmunim A. Shakir Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: February 28, 2020
The objective of this scholarship is to aid students and help them financially through their first year of college. The scholarship gives priority to those with a record of academic excellence, volunteer work, and leadership experience.
Current seniors in high school entering their freshman year of college may apply for this scholarship. Additionally, students must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher, be a US citizen, provide 2 letters of recommendation, demonstrate financial need.
| Lender | Rates (APR) | Eligibility | |
|---|---|---|---|
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5.50%-16.12%* Variable
3.99%-15.61%* Fixed
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Undergraduate and Graduate
|
VISIT CITIZENS |
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5.54% - 15.70% Variable
3.99% - 15.49% Fixed
|
Undergraduate and Graduate
|
VISIT SALLIE MAE |
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4.63% - 17.99% Variable
3.49% - 17.99% Fixed
|
Undergraduate and Graduate
|
VISIT CREDIBLE |
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6.00% - 13.75% Variable
3.99% - 13.75% Fixed
|
Undergraduate and Graduate
|
VISIT LENDKEY |
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5.66% - 14.72% Variable
3.69% - 14.56% Fixed
|
Undergraduate and Graduate
|
VISIT ASCENT |
|
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3.70% - 8.75% Fixed
|
Undergraduate and Graduate
|
VISIT ISL |
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5.62% - 16.85% Variable
3.69% - 16.49% Fixed
|
Undergraduate and Graduate
|
VISIT EARNEST |
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5.00% - 14.22% Variable
3.69% - 14.22% Fixed
|
Undergraduate and Graduate
|
VISIT ELFI |
