Explore External Scholarship Opportunities

This page is dedicated to helping you discover scholarship programs outside of MFI that can further support your educational journey. We have compiled a selection of trusted and reputable scholarships from across the U.S. and beyond, specifically chosen to benefit students from African heritage, Muslim, and minority communities.

You can browse through the list of programs, review eligibility criteria, and click directly on each scholarship to learn more. Each listing includes a link to the official application page, allowing you to apply directly with the scholarship provider.

By exploring these additional opportunities alongside the MFI scholarship offerings, you can maximize your chances of securing financial aid, reduce the overall cost of your education, and take advantage of multiple resources designed to help you succeed.

MFI will continue to update this page regularly with new scholarships, deadlines, and application tips to keep you informed and equipped with the latest opportunities.

Scholarship Programs	Details
Black at Microsoft (BAM) Scholarship	The Seattle Foundation and Microsoft Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) have established a scholarship program to assist current high school seniors of African descent (for example, African American, African, Ethiopian, etc.) and plan to continue their education in 4-year college or university pursuing a STEM or Business-related field of study.
Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship and Internship	Amazon Future Engineer is a computer science and STEM education program that seeks to afford all young people the opportunity to explore their potential.
The Gates Scholarship (TGS)	The Gates Scholarship (TGS) is a highly selective, last-dollar scholarship for outstanding, minority, high school seniors from low-income households. Each year, the scholarship is awarded to exceptional student leaders, with the intent of helping them realize their maximum potential.