Top 48 Library and Information Sciences Scholarships in April 2024

Are you a citizen of the U.S. or Canada who is residing in Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, or New Mexico and is actively pursuing a career in information and records management? If so, the Alice L. Haltom Educational Fund may be a great opportunity for you! Each year, the scholarship awards $2,000 to multiple applicants enrolled in a four-year program or Graduate School and $1,000 to applicants enrolled in a two-year program. The number of scholarships awarded per school year will be determined by the Fund Trustees. If you're residing in the Southwest (Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, or New Mexico) and are pursuing a degree/career in information and records management, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The Hubbard Scholarship's purpose is to recruit excellent librarians for Georgia and provide financial assistance toward completing a Master's degree in library science. The recipient must be completing the senior year in an accredited college or university or be a graduate of such an institution or accepted or enrolled as a student in a master's degree program at a library school accredited by the American Library Association. Students who have already begun their programs are eligible to apply. They must agree to work for one year following graduation from library school in a library-related capacity in Georgia, or agree to pay back a prorated amount of the award plus interest. Repayment must be made within a two year period. While preference will be given to residents of Georgia, it is not a requirement. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The Beard Scholarship's purpose is to provide financial assistance toward completing a Master's degree in library science for candidates who show strong potential to inspire and motivate their peers in the profession and professional associations. The recipient must be completing their senior year in an accredited university or be a graduate of such an institution or accepted or enrolled as a student in a master's degree program at a library school accredited by the American Library Association. Students who have already begun their programs are eligible to apply. They must agree to work for one year following graduation from library school in a library-related capacity in Georgia, or agree to pay back a prorated amount of the award plus interest. Repayment must be made within a two year period. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The Susan Anderson Memorial Scholarship for Information Studies is an exciting opportunity for those pursuing a Masters of Information Studies at the University of Ottawa in Canada. With an annual award of $5,000 CAD, this non-renewable scholarship is a fantastic way to support your academic journey. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The Eunice J. H. Parker Scholarship Award pays tribute to the remarkable woman who established the CLBC Northern Chapter and devoted her life to its cause. This scholarship aims to empower Black students pursuing advanced degrees in library and information studies by providing financial assistance and encouragement. Join the CLBC in honoring Eunice J. H. Parker's legacy and advancing diversity in the field of library science, and keep on reading to learn more!Show Less

The Sue Marsh Weller Memorial Scholarship Fund provides funding for at least one scholarship for applicants entering or currently enrolled in an ALA-accredited program of graduate study specializing in children's librarianship with plans to work with children or youth. Three letters of recommendation are required. A video recording that takes the place of an interview, helping the committee know the applicant, is also required. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The Esther Schlundt Memorial Scholarship Fund is a great opportunity for those pursuing a career in library and information science. This scholarship is open to those who are entering or currently enrolled in an ALA-accredited graduate degree program, seeking a Library Technical Assistant Associate Degree, or enrolled in courses in an approved public library certification program. Applicants must submit three letters of recommendation and a video recording that takes the place of an interview. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

This “Fulbright-National Science Foundation Distinguished Scholar Award” is open to Ph.D. and Terminal Degree holders interested in both conducting research and teaching courses in cybersecurity and critical infrastructure at select Icelandic universities. Selected scholar(s) may conduct research and/or teach a course at the university level or deliver seminars/workshops. Research projects must focus on cybersecurity or critical infrastructure related to any of these areas: (1) pure and applied research, (2) research coordination, (3) transitioning research into practice, (4) workforce, curriculum, and capacity development, (5) enterprise risk management, or (6) law, policy, and international relations. Scholars may also participate in consulting, developing training curricula, and assisting with evaluations. Participating institutions are the University of Iceland, Reykjavik University, and the University of Akureyri. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, keep on reading to learn more!Show Less

Are you a current or incoming Jewish postsecondary student residing in California's San Francisco Bay Area who wants to work with underserved children? If so, you may be eligible for the Stephanie G. Hoffman Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship awards up to $5,000 to multiple current and incoming Jewish postsecondary students residing in the Bay Area who are majoring in library science, English, literature, education, or related fields with the intention of working with underserved children. Eligible counties that applicants may reside in include San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Alameda, Contra Costa, Solano, Marin, Napa, and Sonoma. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The AJL Student Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for graduate students of library and information science who are passionate about Jewish literature and culture. This scholarship not only provides financial support for recipients' graduate education, but also covers the cost of full conference registration for the Association of Jewish Libraries annual conference. If you're looking to expand your knowledge and network within the Jewish library community, this scholarship is the perfect way to do so. Apply now and take your education to the next level!Show Less

The REFORMA Scholarship is open to individuals pursuing graduate studies in Library and Information Science who are Spanish speakers or interested in serving Latinos or the Spanish-speaking community. Applicants already enrolled in graduate school must have two semesters of work remaining before they get their degree. All applicants must also have a minimum 3.0 GPA. If you're pursuing graduate studies in Library and Information Science, and are a Spanish-speaker or interested in serving Latinos or the Spanish-speaking community, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you a library school student with a learning disability who wants to become a library or information studies professional? If so, consider applying for the ALA Century Scholarship! The ALA Century Scholarship is open to library school students with disabilities who have been accepted to ALA-accredited library schools to pursue graduate degrees in Library Science. The scholarship is funded by the American Library Association, a nonprofit organization based in the United States that promotes libraries and library education internationally. Each year, the scholarship awards $2,500 to one (1) lucky student to help pay for the costs of their graduate studies. If you’re passionate about pursuing a career in Library Science and are looking for some help to pay off your graduate studies, we encourage you to apply!Show Less