Top Arab American & Middle Eastern Scholarships in 2026

Are you a racial or ethnic minority who’s enrolled full-time in a healthcare management graduate program? Alternatively, are you a member of the LGBTQ+ community who’s enrolled in such a program? If either of those descriptions fit, you might want to consider applying for the Albert W. Dent Graduate Student scholarship! Established to honor Albert W. Dent, the first African-American member of the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE), the scholarship awards $5,000 to 15 lucky students each year.  If you’re a racial/ethnic minority and/or a member of the LGBTQ+ community looking for some help to pay off your healthcare management graduate program, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you an LGBTQ+ or minority high school graduate who is now enrolled in a U.S. post-secondary institution? If so, consider applying for the SOULE Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship awards up to $5,000 to help eligible youth pursue an undergraduate or graduate degree. The scholarship is offered by The SOULE Foundation, an organization “designed to create an experience geared to support, develop and promote the educational advancement of LGBTQ youth and young people of color.” If you win the scholarship, bear in mind that you must attend the Soule Foundation Gala and be available for a photo/video shoot. If you’re a high school student from an underrepresented background who is currently in pursuit of a postsecondary degree, we encourage you to apply for the SOULE Scholarship!Show Less

The UPS Scholarship for Minority Students is awarded to minority ISE (Industrial and Systems Engineering) undergraduate students. Applicants must also be attending a university in North America, be IISE members, and have a minimum 3.4 GPA. To be considered, students must be nominated by November 15th and must submit a completed application by February 1st. Qualified nominees will submit an application package that includes: submission forms, transcripts (may be unofficial), three letters of recommendation, and more. In addition to a $4,000 monetary award, the two selected winners will receive free registration to the IISE Annual Conference, an Honors & Awards Banquet ticket, and a travel & accommodations stipend of up to $650. If you’re an IISE member passionate about Industrial & Systems Engineering, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more. Show Less

The Arab American Leadership Program (AALP) annually awards summer internships and up to $5,000 (to cover internship costs) to Arab American youth interested in working in federal or other key public service institutions in Washington, D.C. The $5,000 is broken down into a $3,000 stipend plus additional assistance for transportation and housing (up to $2,000) that applicants may qualify for depending on their financial need. To be eligible, individuals must be at least 20 years old and have a minimum 3.4 GPA. Students who demonstrate financial need are encouraged to apply. If this scholarship sounds like a fit for you, keep on reading for more application details.Show Less

Are you a graduating, minority high school senior who demonstrates both academic excellence and financial need? If so, consider applying for the Jackie Robinson Foundation (JRF) Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship awards winning applicants up to $35,000 over the course of four years. In addition to the monetary award, winners will be invited to JRF’s annual four-day “Mentoring and Leadership Conference” in New York City. Lastly, winners will receive four years' worth of a comprehensive program that includes career guidance, internship and job placement, and more. The scholarship is offered by the Jackie Robinson Foundation, an organization founded by Rachel Robinson in honor of her late husband. It was created with the goal of helping sponsor and support the education of talented young, minority youth.  If you’re an academically exceptional minority high school senior with plans to enroll in a U.S. college, we encourage you to apply! Bear in mind that the scholarship cycle runs from September to January of each year.Show Less

Are you a young, aspiring journalist of color who is currently studying journalism (or a related field) as a rising college sophomore, junior, or senior? If that sounds like you, consider applying for the Ed Bradley scholarship! Established by former White House TV Correspondent and 60 Minutes reporter Ed Bradley, the scholarship awards $10,000 to one hardworking student of color each year. To apply, students must submit an online application, a resume, a letter of recommendation, and a relevant cover letter. If you’re a full-time rising college sophomore or upperclassman of color who will be continuing their education in the upcoming Fall semester, and you'd like to carry on Ed's legacy, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The Rizing Tide Surge Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for graduating physical therapy students or licensed physical therapists from underrepresented racial and/or ethnic backgrounds who are entering an ABPTRFE-certified residency program. In addition, applicants must have also graduated from a CAPTE-accredited physical therapy program and have earned a minimum 3.2 GPA in their PT program. Two Surge scholarships will be awarded, each providing a one-time payment of up to $10,000 to cover any residency expenses. Don't miss out on this chance to advance your career and make a difference in your community!Show Less

Armenian-American students looking to enter the medical field, you've come to the right place! The Armenian American Medical Society Scholarship is an annual scholarship opportunity that awards $5,000 to multiple students who are (1) either (a) of Armenian descent or (b) who have a special interest in Armenian-related medical causes and (2) who are enrolled in an accredited program in the fields of medicine, pharmacy, dentistry, physician assistant studies, nursing, mental health, or other healthcare-related fields. Applicants should also be actively involved in community service to benefit the Armenian community. Scholarships will be awarded based on either financial need or academic merit. If this scholarship sounds like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading for more application details.Show Less

The California Library Association Scholarship for Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) Students in Memory of Edna Yelland encourages and supports minority students in the attainment of a graduate degree in library or information studies and encourages commitment to the improvement of library services to BIPOC communities. Applicants must also be California residents and intend to work in a California library upon graduation. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Iranian-American undergraduates, you've come to the right place! The ISF Undergraduate Scholarship is a wonderful scholarship opportunity, worth up to $10,000, open to undergraduates in the United States of Iranian descent. Applicants must also be attending a four-year university, demonstrate financial need, hold a minimum 3.5 GPA, and participate in community service. To be considered for the scholarship, interested students must submit a completed application form, a complete tax return of their parents for the previous year, essays, transcripts, and two (2) letters of recommendation. If this scholarship sounds like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading for more application details.Show Less

Are you a college-bound high school senior of Iranian descent? If so, consider applying for the Momeni Foundation's Scholastic Achievement Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship awards $1,000 to at least three (3) college-bound students of Iranian descent who submit the best ~500-word essays describing their goals and plans, and what has motivated them to follow these goals and plans. In addition, applicants must hold a minimum 3.5 GPA and submit a resume and an official copy of their latest transcript. If you're of Iranian descent and are currently enrolled in or will soon be enrolled in an undergraduate program, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you a current or incoming post-secondary student of Iranian descent? If so, consider applying for the Momeni Foundation's Financial Assistance Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship awards $1,000 to at least ten (10) current and incoming post-secondary students of Iranian descent who submit the best ~500-word essays describing their goals and plans, and what has motivated them to follow these goals and plans. In addition, interested students must hold a minimum 3.0 GPA and submit a resume, an official copy of their latest transcript, a copy of their FAFSA (if in the United States), and proof of enrollment at their university. If you're of Iranian descent and are currently enrolled in or will soon be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The Jan Jancin Awards celebrate exceptional second and third year law students from diverse backgrounds who are underrepresented racial or ethnic minorities. These merit-based scholarships are a testament to the recipients' hard work and dedication to their studies. If you're an impressive, underrepresented law student looking for help funding your education, we encourage you to apply.Show Less

Introducing the Rizing Tide Crest Scholarship! This prestigious award is granted annually to 20 students pursuing a physical therapy degree, who identify as BIPOC and come from underrepresented racial and ethnic backgrounds. First and second-year PT students, as well as PTAs entering a PTA-to-DPT bridge program, are eligible to apply. The full Crest scholarship is worth $14,000, while the Rizing Star scholarship (runner-up) is worth $5,000. Both scholarships can be renewed twice and can be used to cover any school expenses. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to make waves in your academic journey!Show Less

Got your sights set on an MDiv or MACE degree, and want some financial support to help you on your journey? If so, and you're an ethnic or racial minority, consider applying for the People of Color Supplemental Award! It is an additional award that may be earned by minority applicants for the $2,000 Presbyterian Study Grant. To be eligible for the grant, you must either be an MDiv and MACE student enrolled full-time at ATS-accredited institutions and demonstrate financial need. While MACE/F students must be members of the Presbyterian Church, MDiv students and MDiv/Dual degree students must be under the care of the Presbytery. Those pursuing an MDiv degree (or MDiv/Dual Degree) must also be an Inquirer. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply for the chance to earn an additional $2,000 towards your education!Show Less

Are you an Arab-American college upperclassman or graduate student who is pursuing a degree in a media-related major? If so, consider applying for the Dr. Jack G. Shaheen Mass Communications Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship awards $5,000 to multiple lucky Arab-American college juniors, seniors, and graduate students majoring in Journalism, Television, Radio, and/or Film. The scholarship is offered by Advocate Defend Connect, an American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee.  If you’re an Arab-American college upperclassman or graduate student passionate about journalism, television, radio, film, or other media-related fields, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you an aspiring journalist or communications professional? If so, the Leonard M. Perryman Communications Scholarship for Racial Ethnic Minorities may be a great opportunity for you! This $2,500 scholarship supports undergraduates who are pursuing majors in religious journalism or mass communications. The scholarship honors the work of Leonard M. Perryman, a journalist for the United Methodist Church, and is awarded to one student each year. To be eligible, students must be from a minority background and be members of the United Methodist Church. If you are passionate about the intersection between journalism and religion, keep on reading to learn how you can apply for this scholarship!Show Less