Top 4 Scholarships for Muslim Students in August 2026

Are you a Muslim student interested in filmmaking? If so, consider applying for the Islamic Scholarship Fund Film Grant! The grant is open to Muslim students wanting to make a film project featuring American Muslim characters or American Muslim themes. Since 2014, the Islamic Scholarship Fund has offered the program to support prospective Muslim filmmakers. The Islamic Scholarship Fund offers funding, mentorship, career counseling, and professional experience to increase American Muslim representation. Recipients are awarded up to $15,000 in each category (narrative, special projects, and documentary). They also receive mentorship and networking opportunities from industry professionals to help further the advancement of their script and film. If you are a Muslim student passionate about filmmaking, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you an American Muslim scholar interested in having an impact on public opinion and policy? You might consider applying for Islamic Scholarship Fund Media Scholarship! Undergraduate (junior or senior) and graduate-level students (master's, PhD, or law degree) are eligible to apply for the scholarship. Each year, the scholarship awards up to $10,000 to multiple lucky students who apply. The scholarship is funded by the Islamic Scholarship Fund, an organization that works to increase American Muslim representation in media and government. In addition to scholarships, the ISF provides funding, counseling, and real-world professional experience through internships and fellowships. If you’re passionate about using media studies, communications, and writing to improve Muslim representation while earning a generous scholarship, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

The IMANA-FEF Combined Allied Health Professional Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for Muslim students pursuing a degree in Medical or Allied Health. Each year, the scholarship awards a renewable, $2,500 scholarship to one Muslim student who is pursuing an Allied Health degree at a United States institution of higher education. To be considered for the scholarship, interested students must submit an unofficial transcript, FAFSA student aid report (SAR), resume, two letters of recommendation, and an essay. Don't miss out on this chance to further your education and make a difference in the healthcare industry!Show Less