The objective of the MAX Scholarships is to recognize and reward high school and college or university students who have excelled in academics and combined this achievement with outstanding contributions to their school and or community. In 2019 MAX is awarding $122,000 to 31 students. The deadline to apply is February 28, 2019.
Please refer to the individual scholarship pages to ensure you meet all eligibility requirements before applying.
If you have any questions, please email us at scholarships@maxgala.com
High School Scholarships 2019
| Category | Scholarship Name | Amount | # of Scholarships | Eligibility | Average Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ike Ahmed University Entrance Scholarship | $10,000 | 1 | Grade 12 | 90% | |
| Aasima and Pervez Akhter Scholarship | $3,000 | 1 | Grade 12 | 80% | |
| Walied and Deena Soliman All Star for Learning Disabilities | $3,000 | 1 | Grade 12, Must have a learning disability | 70% | |
| Walied and Deena Soliman All Star Scholarship | $3,000 | 2 | Grade 12 | 80% | |
| Musharaf Anwar RBC Wealth Management | $3,000 | 1 | Grade 12 | 80% | |
| Mohammed Amin Memorial All Star Scholarship | $3,000 | 1 | Grade 12 | 80% | |
| HudHud Scholarship For Somali-Canadian Youth | $3,000 | 2 | Grade 12, Must be of Somali Descent | 80% | |
| Mohamed Foundation Scholarship for Outstanding Achievement | $3,000 | 2 | Grade 12, Pursuing engineering or medicine | 80% | |
| Deep Roots Leadership Scholarship | $3,000 | 2 (Covers cost of trip) | Ages 14 - 19 | 80% |
Undergraduate and Post Graduate Scholarships 2019
| Category | Scholarship Name | Amount | # of Scholarships | Eligibility | Average Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sajda Khatoon Memorial All Star Scholarship | $5,000 | 1 | College, University, Post Graduate | 80% | |
| Shamoon Ahsan Memorial All Star Scholarship | $3,000 | 1 | College, University, Post Graduate | 80% | |
| Nussar Ahmad All Star Scholarship | $3,000 | 1 | College, University, Post Graduate | 80% | |
| Maimoona Wasi Ahmed Memorial All Star Scholarship | $3,000 | 1 | College, University, Post Graduate student in financial need | 80% | |
| Hyder Family All Star Scholarship | $3,000 | 1 | College, University, Post Graduate student in financial need | 80% | |
| Shiraz and Ayesha Suleman Scholarship for Women | $5,000 | 1 | Women in college, university or post graduate | 80% | |
| Khadija Halder Legacy Scholarship | $3,000 | 1 | Women in college, university or post graduate | 80% | |
| HudHud Scholarship For Somali-Canadian Youth | $3,000 | 2 | College, University, Post Graduate student of Somali descent | 80% | |
| Dr. Yasser & Farah Khan Humanitarian Scholarship | $3,000 | 1 | Humanitarian in College, University, Post Graduate | 80% | |
| Naseem Altaf Malik Humanitarian Scholarship | $3,000 | 1 | Humanitarian in College, University, Post Graduate | 80% | |
| Razia Sultana Memorial Humanitarian Scholarship | $3,000 | 1 | Humanitarian in College, University, Post Graduate | 80% | |
| Dr. Jawad and Husna Khan Medical School Scholarship | $10,000 | 1 | Enrolled in Medical School | 80% | |
| Mohammad Humayun Zafar Scholarship for Sciences and Engineering | $10,000 | 1 | Student in college, university or post graduate enrolled in science or engineering | 80% | |
| Lau Family Scholarship for Science and Engineering | $5,000 | 1 | Student in college, university or post graduate enrolled in science or engineering | 80% | |
| Syed and Fatema Warsi Scholarship for Sciences and Engineering | $3,000 | 1 | Student in college, university or post graduate enrolled in science or engineering | 80% | |
| Padinharkkara Scholarship for Aspiring Journalists | $3,000 | 1 | College, University, Post Graduate pursuing journalism | 80% | |
| Wendy Chan Memorial Scholarship for Business | $5,000 | 1 | Student in college, university or post graduate enrolled in business | 80% | |
| One World Athletic Scholarship | $3,000 | 1 | College, University, Post Graduate who participate and excel in any sport | 80% | |
| Naseeha Mental Health Scholarship | $3,000 | 1 | College, University, Post Graduate engaged in social work | 80% | |
| Eshal & Amani Scholarship For Persons with Disabilities | $3,000 | 1 | College, University, Post Graduate with a disability | None |