The Dr. Abdulmunim A. Shakir Scholarship, sponsored by the Islamic Society of North America (ISNA), an organization founded by Dr. Shakir who dedicated himself to education and working with inner city youth. is an excellent opportunity for high-achieving Muslim-American high school seniors. If you have demonstrated leadership skills and a commitment to community service, then this scholarship is made for you.
ISNA established this scholarship to support Muslim-American students in their journey towards higher education. Dr. Shakir dedicated his life to education and working with inner city youth, promoting Islam and the Arabic language.
Each year, twenty scholarships of $1,000 each are awarded to college-bound Muslim-American seniors. The scholarships are based on the students’ academic achievement, leadership experience, and volunteer service.
So, if you’re passionate about pursuing higher education and need financial assistance, don’t hesitate to apply for the Dr. Abdulmunim A. Shakir Scholarship. It’s a great chance to receive support in your first year of college and achieve your academic goals.
- Open to the following grade levels:
- High School Senior
Eligibility information
This scholarship is open to college-bound, Muslim-American students who meet the below eligibility requirements.
STUDENTS ELIGIBLE FOR THIS SCHOLARSHIP
Grade Level: High School Senior
Citizenship: US Citizens, Permanent Residents
GPA: 3.0+
Background: Muslim
Interests: Community Service, Religion
Application information
To apply for this scholarship, students must submit an online application in addition to the below application materials.
WHAT YOU NEED TO APPLY
- Essay
- Academic transcript
- Letters of Recommendation.
For any questions regarding this scholarship application, please contact Islamic Society of North America at info@isna.net.
This scholarship is only open to U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents.
