Scholarships & Financial Aid | AMISUN - American Islamic University

Empowering Students Through Accessible Education

AMISUN believes that the pursuit of divine and academic knowledge should never be hindered by financial hardship. Our tuition model is uniquely structured to keep education affordable and inclusive for all — with many programs offering significant financial support to qualified students.

The university provides multiple scholarship opportunities and merit-based awards to support students of every background, ensuring equal access to higher education without compromising on quality or dignity.

Institutional Scholarships & Grants

The following scholarships are part of the AMISUN Endowment and Waqf Scholarship Initiative. Students who feel they may qualify should review these categories and apply using the link provided below.

Scholarship Categories

Presidential Merit Scholarship: Exceptional academic performance and leadership.
Access & Opportunity Grant: For first-generation or financially challenged learners.
Women in STEM & Leadership Award: Supports women entering science, technology, and management fields.
Global Diversity Award: For international students contributing to intercultural exchange.
Humanitarian & Service Scholarship: For orphans, refugees, and community volunteers.
Imam & Religious Leadership Scholarship: For Islamic educators pursuing professional development.
Second & Third-Generation Muslim Family Scholarship: For U.S.-born Muslim families preserving Islamic heritage.
Waqf Endowment Scholars Program: Full or partial funding through AMISUN’s waqf partners.
Interfaith Bridge Builders Grant: Promoting peace, dialogue, and coexistence.

Most AMISUN scholarships cover up to 80% of tuition and fees for qualified applicants. Eligibility and continuation depend on academic performance and adherence to university ethics.

Inclusive & Interfaith Scholarships (Open to All Students)

Intercultural Understanding Scholarship: For non-Muslim students promoting mutual respect, social justice, and cooperation among diverse faith communities.
Global Peace and Ethics Fellowship: Open to all backgrounds researching peacebuilding, comparative ethics, or moral philosophy through a universal human lens.
Human Unity & Sustainable Development Grant: Supports students working on social equity, climate justice, and sustainable human development initiatives.
Faith Diversity Scholarship: For non-Muslim students studying Islamic Civilization, Comparative Religion, or Interfaith Leadership.
Humanitarian Collaboration Award: Recognizes those partnering with Muslim or faith-based organizations for relief and community projects.
International Friendship & Exchange Grant: For visiting or exchange students fostering global understanding and cultural diplomacy.
Academic Ally Award: Honors students advocating for religious freedom, inclusion, and equality within their academic or civic communities.
Peace Studies & Conflict Resolution Scholarship: Supports learners promoting reconciliation and non-violent solutions to social and cultural divisions.

Scholarship applications are accepted year-round, with priority deadlines before each semester. Applicants should submit transcripts, recommendation letters, and a short statement of need or merit.