Scholarship Objective:
To provide financial assistance to students who pursue higher education in Islamic Studies seeking undergraduate/graduate degrees so they can become community leaders, lead non-profit businesses, chaplains, and engage in inter-faith and other efforts to end prejudice, hatred, and seek social and economic justice for under-privileged and marginalized communities
Selection Criteria:
• Scholarship is available for undergraduate/graduate students who are legal residents of the United States enrolling in Islamic Studies courses in accredited seminaries, colleges, and universities.
• Applicants must be full time undergraduate or graduate level students; if they are undergraduates they must be an upper classman (junior or senior), and major in social sciences or humanities
• Student’s/family’s income should meet the low-income/need-based criteria
Applicants Must Submit:
1. Most up to date transcripts and resume (CV)
2. Applicants must have at least one letter of recommendation submitted on their behalf directly emailed to our email address below.
3. A one-page letter describing how the student aims to utilize the study of Islamic Studies to confront prejudices against Muslims and other minorities OR an essay written for a class taken in the past, demonstrating student’s solution to combat racial/religious prejudices prevailing in society.
4. Proof of enrollment in Islamic Studies courses at an accredited institution.
All documents must be submitted in PDF format except Photo.
Visit our website below to apply for the scholarship online and other information.
Deadline for Submission: 09/30/2024 (In PDF format)
Selection Process:
• Selection of scholarship recipients is based on the overall quality of an applicant’s submission.
• The committee will not consider applicants who do not comply fully with the above requirements.
• Selected candidates will be awarded $2,000 each (two thousand US dollars) towards the cost of tuition and fees.
Mailing Address: PO Box 292911, Sacramento, CA 95829-2911, USA
Email Address: tzsyedfoundation@gmail.com