American Library Association (ALA) Scholarships

American Library Association (ALA)

Amount: $2,500
Deadline: March 1
Level: graduate
Renewable: No

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About

Offers a variety of scholarships to students pursuing graduate degrees in library and information science. Many focus on diversity and specific areas of librarianship.

Eligibility

  • Citizenship: US
  • GPA: 3.0+
  • Demographic: Underrepresented groups
  • Enrolled in an ALA-accredited Master's program in LIS

Required Materials

  • Application form
  • Essay
  • Transcript
  • Letters of recommendation

Timeline

Opens September. Deadline Mar 1. Winners notified May.

Tips

Research the specific ALA scholarships to find the best fit. Emphasize your commitment to the library profession and community service.