Islamic Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Sponsored by Islamic Scholarship Fund
Since 2009, ISF has been providing scholarships, internships, fellowships, and film grants to students majoring in law, policy, film, and media with the goal of empowering American Muslims who are shaping public policy and influencing public opinion.
The goal of the fellowship is for participants to work in congressional offices and to become well-versed in the creation and implementation of policy. In addition, fellows will learn how to shape policies in a way that is inclusive and doesn't undermine the needs of any marginalized group.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate potential in impacting public policy and working for the government, alignment with the ISF mission and vision, excellent communication, and leadership.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY FOR THE MUSLIM CONGRESSIONAL FELLOWSHIP:
- Must be a member of the Muslim community
- Graduated from an accredited university;
- U.S. Citizen, U.S. green card holder, or DACA recipient;
- Minimum of one year of professional experience in the field of policy. Three years experience preferred.
- Applicants should have a proven commitment to policy-making and public service.
Eligibility
- Muslim or active member of the Muslim community
- Enrolled full-time at an accredited university in the U.S. by August; OR employed full-time in an ISF Supported Field and a part-time student at an accredited university in the U.S;
- An undergraduate (junior or senior) or of graduate standing (master's, PhD, or law degree)
- Studying an ISF-supported major
- Maintaining a minimum 3.0 GPA
A U.S. citizen, DACA recipient, or permanent U.S. resident
Supported Majors
- Media Studies
- Writing
- Journalism
- Broadcast Journalism
- Print Journalism
- Digital Journalism
Requirements
- Application form
- Resume
- Video introduction
- Essay questions
- College transcripts
- Work samples
- Two letters of recommendation by a professor, mentor, religious leader, and/or employer