Project Ihya

Shah Waliallah
Fellowship

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Application

Only 5 Slots Available

About the Fellowship

A one-year resident fellowship program for a small cohort of exceptional young Muslims — to be rooted in foundational Islamic sciences, intellectually clear thought, spiritually grounded, and prepared for service to the Ummah.

Slots

Only 5

Scholarship

Full

a priceless opportunity

Begins

Jul 15, 2026

GII · Loganville

Formation Focus

Islamic Foundations
Worldview Critique
Da’wah & Debate
Media & Public Discourse

❦ A humble step towards a noble mission ❦

A formative year for those ready to be trained, tested, and inspired.

Selected by application and interview. Please answer honestly and thoughtfully.

❦ Before You Apply ❦

Please confirm the following before continuing to the application.

I am applying as a brother. (The fellowship is currently open to brothers only.)
I am currently residing in the United States and do not require visa sponsorship of any kind.
I understand this is a full-year, in-person residential program at the Loganville, GA campus — not online or hybrid.

Check all three boxes to continue.

Questions? WhatsApp us here.

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Step 1 of 5

Personal Information

Let us know who you are.

First Name *

Last Name *

Email Address *

Phone Number *

City *

State *

Date of Birth *

Step 2 of 5

Academic Background

Share your educational journey.

Highest Level of Education *

Field of Study *

GPA *

Schools Attended *

School Name

Year

Grade / GPA

Include high school, college, and any graduate work.

Resume Upload (optional)PDF, DOC, or DOCX. Max 5MB.

Step 3 of 5

Islamic Background

Help us understand your Islamic upbringing, knowledge, and relationship with the Deen.

Briefly describe your Islamic background and upbringing *A few sentences is fine — be honest.

Have you undertaken formal Islamic studies? *

Yes — I have studied at an Islamic institution or with a scholarNo — I am largely self-taught or learned informally

Please describe your formal study *

Arabic Proficiency Level *

Step 4 of 5

Fellowship Questions

These help us understand your motivation and intentions.

Why are you applying to this fellowship? *

What are your long-term goals? *

Can you commit to a full year of residence at Loganville, GA? *The program is a full residential year. Fellows have weekends off and may go home on weekends.

Yes — I can commit to the full residential year without major constraintsYes — but I have some constraints I should shareI am still working out logistics and would like to discuss

Please share any constraints, family obligations, or scheduling concerns *

What do you intend to do after the program? *We look for applicants with a clear sense of mission and purpose.

Have you ever been convicted of a crime or charged with a felony? *

NoYes — I’d like to explain

Please briefly explain *

Have you struggled with drug abuse or substance use issues, currently or in the past? *

No, neverIn the past, now resolvedYes, current

Please briefly share *

Step 5 of 5

Final Checklist

This program is highly selective. Please confirm the following before submitting.

This fellowship is right for you if you can genuinely say: *Check all that apply. You must select at least 3.

I have a strong academic record — I take my studies seriously and perform wellI am self-disciplined — I manage my time and maintain consistency without being pushedI have an analytical mindset — I enjoy deep study, wrestling with ideas, and intellectual rigorServing the Muslim community is a genuine, central part of my motivation — not just career advancementI am willing and able to live away from home for the full year at Loganville, Georgia

How did you hear about the Shah Waliallah Fellowship? *

Anything else you’d like to share? (optional)

What happens next:

Your application will be reviewed by our selection committee.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a one-round online interview.
Final decisions will be communicated by email, insha’Allah.
This page will be taken down once the cohort is filled.

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JazakAllahu Khayran

Your application has been received. We’ll be in touch soon, insha’Allah. May Allah put barakah in your efforts.

Shah Waliallah
Fellowship

❦ Before You Apply ❦

Personal Information

Academic Background

Islamic Background

Fellowship Questions

Final Checklist

JazakAllahu Khayran

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❦ Before You Apply ❦

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Islamic Background

Fellowship Questions

Final Checklist

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