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Not every field of study has as many organizations associated with it as library science. Through the American Library Association alone, you’ll find a great deal of library science scholarship opportunities devoted to helping minority librarians, students interested in graduate work in library science, or those looking to work with youth in library settings, among many other fairly specific categories. Library (or information) science is a growing field that is rapidly expanding to include study into technologies that can improve research strategies and the library experience. Some colleges even require sessions with professors in the library sciences as part of their general education curriculums to make their students better researchers and more knowledgeable about the information resources available to them on campus.

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If you’re interested in a career in library science, there are a lot of options available to help you fund your college education. If you’re interested in more than library work and have a particular research area in mind, there could also be library scholarships dedicated to those research areas. The more specific your search, the better your chances to win scholarships, as the pool of applicants will be smaller. To view scholarship information for some examples of library science scholarships, click the links below. For a more complete list of scholarship opportunities, either by major or otherwise, conduct a free college scholarship search.

NLM Associate Fellowship Program

  • Amount $64,597
  • Deadline January 26, 2024

The National Library of Medicine Associate Fellowship is: a one-year residency program for early and second career librarians within five years of graduation interested in advancing equitable and innovative futures for biomedical libraries; a program combining curriculum and project work; and a virtual fellowship hosted by the National Library of Medicine at the National Institutes of Health. ... Read more

James M. & Erma T. Freemont Scholarship Program

  • Amount $2,500
  • Deadline February 4, 2024

The Freemont Foundation focuses on assisting students in their pursuit of excellence across diverse fields such as STEM and financial literacy. Each year, they grant scholarships to deserving students attending higher education institutions, having already awarded 80 "Freemont Scholars" in the first ten years. Additionally, they have partnered with Ramsey Education to introduce financial literacy ... Read more

Davidson Fellows Scholarship

  • Amount $50,000
  • Deadline February 14, 2024

The Davidson Fellows Scholarship awards scholarships to extraordinary young people, 18 and under, who have completed a significant piece of work. Application categories are Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Literature, Music, Philosophy and Outside the Box. Davidson Fellows are honored every year in Washington, D.C. with Congressional meetings and a special reception. Applicants must ... Read more

PG&E NuEnergy Scholarship

  • Amount $5,000
  • Deadline February 23, 2024

PG&E and its employee groups offer a wide range of scholarships to help the next generation of Californians succeed and innovate in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM), as well as other disciplines. The PG&E Employee Resource Group (ERG) and Engineering Network Group (ENG) scholarships are supported by PG&E and through the fundraising and contributions of the following employee ... Read more

Elms College STEM Scholarships

  • Amount $40,000
  • Deadline March 1, 2024

Elms College is a modern part of a living tradition established over 300 years ago by the Sisters of St. Joseph — a bold group of devout, progressive changemakers. We are dedicated to providing a rigorous education animated by a community where all are welcome. Elms is a private college that strives to be accessible to all. We believe education is not an end in itself, but a path to discovering ... Read more

American Library Association Spectrum Scholarship

  • Amount $5,000
  • Deadline March 1, 2024

Through the Spectrum Scholarship Program, the American Library Association affirms its commitment to diversity and inclusion by seeking the broadest participation of new generations of racially and ethnically diverse librarians to position ALA to provide leadership in the transformation of libraries and library services. The Spectrum Scholarship Program actively recruits and provides scholarships ... Read more

ALA Miriam L. Hornback Scholarship

  • Amount $3,000
  • Deadline March 1, 2024

The ALA Miriam L. Hornback Scholarship is offered to a U.S./Canadian citizen or permanent resident who is pursuing an MLS in an ALA-accredited program. To be eligible, applicants must: be a U.S. or Canadian citizen or permanent resident; attend an ALA accredited master's program; must not have completed more than 12 semester hours or one-third of the required semester hours towards MLS/MLIS/MIS ... Read more

Bound to Stay Bound Books Scholarship

  • Amount $8,000
  • Deadline March 1, 2024

Founded in 1920, Bound to Stay Bound Books is a third generation family owned business. To support the informational needs of society, the Bound to Stay Bound mission includes providing the best juvenile books, media products and related services to the libraries of North America, as closely matched to their needs as possible and as economically as possible. Throughout their generosity, Bound to ... Read more

ALSC Frederic G. Melcher Scholarship

  • Amount $8,000
  • Deadline March 1, 2024

The Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) is the world's largest organization dedicated to the support and enhancement of library service to children. From creative programming and best practices to continuing education and professional connections—ALSC members are innovators in the field of children's library service. Throughout their generosity, the Association for Library Service ... Read more

ALA LITA/Christian Larew Memorial Scholarship

  • Amount $3,000
  • Deadline March 1, 2024

The LITA / Christian (Chris) Larew Memorial Scholarship, begun in 1999, is awarded jointly on an annual basis currently in the amount of $3,000, by the Library and Information Technology Association (LITA), a division of the American Library Association, and Baker & Taylor. The scholarship is designed to encourage the entry of qualified persons into the library and information technology field, ... Read more

ALA Christopher J. Hoy/ERT Scholarship

  • Amount $5,000
  • Deadline March 1, 2024

Christopher Hoy Scholarship: Empowering MLS Pursuers About the Scholarship The Christopher Hoy Scholarship, named in honor of a dedicated ALA staff member, offers an annual award of $5,000 to a U.S./Canadian citizen or permanent resident pursuing a Master of Library Science (MLS) in an ALA-accredited program. This scholarship is a testament to Christopher J. Hoy's lasting impact ... Read more

ALA Mary V. Gaver Scholarship

  • Amount $3,000
  • Deadline March 1, 2024

The ALA Mary V. Gaver Scholarship is an annual scholarship consisting of $3,000 to a U.S./Canadian citizen or permanent resident who is pursuing an MLS specializing youth services in an ALA-accredited program. Established to honor the memory of a past ALA president and Rutgers University professor who made many contributions in library youth services. All items must be received in the ALA ... Read more

ALA Tony B. Leisner Scholarship

  • Amount $3,000
  • Deadline March 1, 2024

The Tony B. Leisner Scholarship is offered to a library support-staff member who is a U.S./Canadian citizen or permanent resident pursuing an MLS in an ALA-accredited program. To be eligible, applicants must: be a U.S. or Canadian citizen or permanent resident; attend an ALA accredited master's program; must not have completed more than 12 semester hours or one-third of the required semester ... Read more

ALA David H. Clift Scholarship

  • Amount $3,000
  • Deadline March 1, 2024

The ALA David H. Clift Scholarship is an annual scholarship consisting of $3,000 to a U.S./Canadian citizen or permanent resident who is pursuing an MLS in an ALA-accredited program. The scholarship is named for a former director of the American Library Association. Recipients will be contacted by phone after June 1st. All other applicants will be notified by e-mail after July ... Read more

ALA Tom & Roberta Drewes Scholarship

  • Amount $3,000
  • Deadline March 1, 2024

The ALA Tom & Roberta Drewes Scholarship is offered to a library support-staff member who is a U.S./Canadian citizen or permanent resident and is pursuing an MLS in an ALA-accredited program. To be eligible, applicants must: be a U.S. or Canadian citizen or permanent resident; attend an ALA accredited master's program; must not have completed more than 12 semester hours or one-third of the ... Read more

ALISE Research Grant Competition

  • Amount $5,000
  • Deadline March 15, 2024

The Association for Library and Information Science Education (ALISE) is excited to announce the commencement of its Research Grant Program Competition. We invite proposals for research projects that contribute to the advancement of education in library and information science. A total award pool of $5,000 is available, and one or more grants may be awarded to deserving projects. It's important ... Read more

George A. Strait Minority Scholarship

  • Amount Varies
  • Deadline April 1, 2024

To be eligible for the George A. Strait Minority Scholarship, applicants must: be enrolled in an ALA accredited library graduate school program or law school in the U.S.; be a member of a recognized minority group (as defined by current U.S. guidelines); intend to pursue a career in law librarianship; complete the Strait Scholarship/Fellowship application, indicating their interest in either the ... Read more

AALL Degree Candidate Scholarships

  • Amount $2,000
  • Deadline April 1, 2024

AALL Degree Candidate Scholarships are available to assist individuals studying to become law librarians as either a library or law school student, or to library school graduates seeking an advanced degree in a related field. Candidates should apply for more than one scholarship when appropriate. Preference is given to AALL members, but scholarships are not restricted to members. Applicants with ... Read more

Nellie Martin Carman Scholarship

  • Amount $2,000
  • Deadline April 15, 2024

The mission of the Nellie Martin Carman Scholarship is to acknowledge, support, and empower exceptional graduating high school seniors of King, Snohomish, and Pierce Counties by providing financial assistance for an education at their college of choice within Washington state. Over 1,000 of the most promising high school graduates from King, Pierce and Snohomish counties have attended college ... Read more

Alice L. Haltom Educational Fund

  • Amount $2,000
  • Deadline May 1, 2024

To be eligible for the Alice L. Haltom Educational Fund, applicants must: be citizens of U.S. or Canada and residents in the Southwest Region of United Stated (Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, or New Mexico); be actively pursuing an education for a career in information and records management (this is restricted to Records Management/Governance, Archivst and Academic Library ... Read more

Jesse L. Jackson-Fellows Toyota Scholarship

  • Amount $25,000
  • Deadline May 1, 2024

The PUSH Excel Scholarship Program was created to assist young people who are qualified but lack the financial resources to attend college. The goal of the program is to develop servant leadership potential in the scholarship students and encourage a spirit of social justice and social change. Applicants should apply for the scholarship that best fits their particular situation. You may apply for ... Read more

GLA Hubbard Scholarship

  • Amount $3,000
  • Deadline May 12, 2024

The recipient must be completing the senior year in an accredited college or university or be a graduate of such an institution and must be accepted or enrolled as a student in a master's degree program at a library school accredited by the American Library Association. Applicants must indicate an intention to complete degree requirements within three years and maintain a passing grade average ... Read more

Zonta Milwaukee Scholarships

  • Amount $1,000
  • Deadline June 1, 2024

Founded in 1919, Zonta International is a leading global organization of professionals empowering women worldwide through service and advocacy. With more than 30,000 members belonging to more than 1,200 Zonta Clubs in 67 countries and geographic areas, Zontians all over the world volunteer their time, talents and support to local and international service projects, as well as scholarship programs ... Read more

The Gates Scholarship

  • Amount $160,000
  • Deadline September 15, 2024

The Gates Scholarship: Full Funding for Outstanding Minority Students The Gates Scholarship (TGS) stands as a beacon for talented, minority high school seniors hailing from low-income backgrounds. Designed to uplift promising student leaders, The Gates Scholarship offers a comprehensive funding solution covering all attendance costs not already met by existing financial aid or family ... Read more

Boston University’s Noyce Scholarship Program

  • Amount Varies
  • Deadline Varies

The Enacting Curriculum Through Engaging Discourse (EnaCTED) Project (2018-2023) is a collaboration of the Wheelock College of Education and Human Development and the College of Arts and Sciences at Boston University and school districts in the Boston area. This program focuses on preparing teachers to design and use high quality mathematics curriculum and discourse-based instruction to support ... Read more

Last Reviewed: November 2023