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Hajja Razia Sharif Sheikh Scholarship

Hajja Razia Sharif Sheikh Scholarship

Applicable For:

College Students

Max Award Amount:

$1500

Application Deadline:

28/06/2023

Scholarship Provider

Country

United States

About This Scholarship

The Hajja Razia Sharif Sheikh Scholarship is a scholarship program designed to support Muslim women who are pursuing higher education in the United States. The scholarship was established in honor of Hajja Razia Sharif Sheikh, a philanthropist and community leader who was committed to advancing the education of Muslim women.

The scholarship provides financial assistance of up to $5,000 to eligible Muslim women who are enrolled in undergraduate or graduate programs in the United States. The scholarship can be used to cover tuition, books, and other educational expenses.

Education Description Dr. Hamid Sheikh has chosen the Islamic Society of North America to hold an endowment for scholarships in Islamic studies and/or journalism in honour of his mother, Hajja Razia Sharif Sheikh.

The application deadline for the Hajja Razia Sharif Sheikh Scholarship is typically in March of each year. The scholarship is open to all eligible Muslim women, regardless of their ethnicity or nationality.

Receiving the Hajja Razia Sharif Sheikh Scholarship can be a great opportunity for Muslim women to pursue their educational goals and achieve their career aspirations.

Eligibility Criteria For Hajja Razia Sharif Sheikh Scholarship

Dr. Hamid Sheikh has chosen the Islamic Society of North America to hold an endowment for scholarships in Islamic studies and/or journalism in honour of his mother, Hajja Razia Sharif Sheikh. Hajja Razia, a native of Pakistan, received her traditional education at home. She had a firm belief in the importance of formal education and pushed each of her children to enrol in college.

To be eligible for the Hajja Razia Sharif Sheikh Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Be a Muslim woman who is a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
  • Be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at an accredited college or university in the United States.
  • Demonstrate financial need.
  • Submit a completed application form, official transcripts, two letters of recommendation, and a personal essay.

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