• 2 x Dr. Fatima Mraiche Scholarship for Women in Health Sciences PhD Program ($1,500)

This $1,500 scholarship seeks to encourage women to pursue post-graduate studies. The scholarship is awarded to a Muslim woman enrolled in a Ph.D. program in a health-related field (with special preference for those engaged in a drug discovery research) and who are either Canadian residents or citizens. Applicants are requested to submit a short description of the research project (no more than 1000 words) and a brief statement of the applicant’s aspirations upon graduating and how they will promote other women to pursue post-graduate studies. Funds may be used for any aspect of education, including tuition, books, housing, and/or travel. The scholarship is open to Muslim students who demonstrate community service, philanthropic values, and leadership.

July 15th, 2024

Deadline has been extended to September 15th.

• Residence Requirements:

  • Be an Edmonton or surrounding area resident (the applicant or the applicant’s parent(s) must have resided in Edmonton or surrounding area during the previous 24 months);

  • Be a Permanent Resident of Canada or a Canadian Citizen.

• Grade Requirements:

  • Have attained an overall average/cumulative GPA of 3.5 out of 4.0 or higher (throughout all years of their studies) or demonstrated equivalent academic excellence in non-GPA programs. Averages are not rounded up for scholarship purposes.

• Level of Studies:

  • Be enrolled full-time in a post-secondary or apprenticeship program (full-time is defined as 80% course load or higher);

• Additional Requirements:

  • Demonstrate community service & volunteer work within the last 12 months.

• Upload at least two signed, dated, and current (less than one year old) reference letters (references from friends are discouraged and references from family members will not be accepted).

• Upload a PDF transcript for all courses taken during the current degree you are working towards. All transcripts must show the name of the student and their birthdate. Screenshots of transcripts will not be accepted.

• Upload proof of enrolment document for post-secondary studies. Please note that the Letter of Acceptance is not considered a valid proof of enrolment.

Strong applications will emphasize the student’s:

• Maturity and a commitment to their studies;

• Motivation to be engaged meaningfully in their community and the world at large.

Students will be notified by email of the status of their application in early November. Students must notify the Office of AREF of any changes to their application before October 4th 2024.