Non-SIS Student Scholarships

Rovelstad Scholarship in International Librarianship

• Deadline Date: January 19, 2007
• Abstract of Scholarship: The Council on Library and Information Resources (CLIR) is pleased to announce a scholarship for a student of library and information science to attend the World Library and Information Congress of the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA). Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited school of library and information science and have an interest in cooperative endeavors with international libraries, international standards, or other international library and information issues. The scholarship is intended to encourage students who have an interest in international library work and enable them to participate in IFLA early in their careers. The 2007 IFLA annual meeting takes place in Durban,South Africa, in August. The scholarship is made possible through the generosity of Mathilde and Howard Rovelstad.
• Amount of Scholarship: The scholarship covers conference registration, passport fee (if applicable), international economy-class air travel, ground transportation, meals, and lodging.
• Contact Information: http://www.clir.org/fellowships/rovelstad/rovelstad.html

Lucille M. Wert Scholarship

• Deadline Date: February 1, 2007
• Abstract of Scholarship: To help persons with an interest in the fields of Chemistry and Information to pursue graduate study in Library, Information, or Computer Science.
• Amount of Scholarship: $1,500 honorarium
• Contact Information: http://slisweb.sjsu.edu/admissions/wert.htm

Tennessee Library Association

• Deadline Date: February 16, 2007
• Abstract of Scholarship: This scholarship fund is used to financially assist TLA members wishing to pursue a Masters degree -- members with professional potential and financial need.
• Amount of Scholarship:
• Contact Information: ahuggins@memphis.edu

Fritz Schwartz Serials Education Scholarship

• Deadline Date: February 27, 2007
• Abstract of Scholarship: The purpose of the scholarship is to advance the serials profession by providing an aspiring library student who has prior serials experience with enhanced educational opportunities.
• Amount of Scholarship: $3000
• Contact Information: http://www.nasig.org/awards/timedated/schwartz.html

ALA Century Scholarship

• Deadline Date: March 1, 2007
• Abstract of Scholarship: This annual scholarship will fund services or accommodation for a library school student or students with disabilities admitted to an ALA-accredited library school. The scholarship will fund services or accommodations that are either not provided by law or otherwise by the university that will enable the student or students to successfully complete the course of study for a Master's or Doctorate in Library Science and become a library or information studies professional.
• Amount of Scholarship: $2500
• Contact Information: ASCLA Century Scholarship

ALA MLIS Spectrum Scholarship

• Deadline Date: March 1, 2007
• Abstract of Scholarship: Librarianship is one of the most diverse professions you can find. Today's librarians are information specialists, Internet guides, educators, public administrators, children's services specialists, reader's advisors--the choices and career directions are boundless. However, it is a reality that library staff do not always reflect the communities they serve. Spectrum specifically addresses the underrepresentation of librarians of color within the current workforce. To this end, over 415 students from traditionally underrepresented groups have received scholarships, leadership training, professional networking and mentoring in order to build a diverse pool of talented and trained individuals reflective of the populations served by all libraries. If you would like to join this extraordinary group and you are committed to best serving your own diverse community, a Spectrum Scholarship can position you for success.
• Amount of Scholarship: $5000
• Contact Information: http://www.ala.org/ala/diversity/spectrum/scholarshipinfo/scholarshipinformation.htm

Justin Winsor Prize for Library History Essay

• Deadline Date: March 1, 2007
• Abstract of Scholarship: For the best library history essay.
• Amount of Scholarship: $500
• Contact Information: http://www.ala.org/ala/ors/orsawards/winsorjustin/winsorjustin.htm

Chinese American Librarians Association Scholarships

• Deadline Date: March 15, 2007
• Abstract of Scholarship: These scholarships are open to full-time students of Chinese heritage who are currently enrolled in an ALA-accredited master's or doctoral program of library and information science at an institution of higher education in North America.
• Amount of Scholarship: $200-$1000
• Contact Information:http://www.cala-web.org/

Sternheim Memorial Scholarship

• Deadline Date: March 16, 2007
• Abstract of Scholarship: To provide assistance to students enrolled in a graduate master’s degree program in library and information studies who intend to pursue careers in special librarianship.
• Amount of Scholarship: $3,000
• Contact Information: http://units.sla.org/chapter/csca/sternheim/sternheim.html

AALL & Thomson West - George Strait Minority Scholarship Endowment

• Deadline Date: April 2 each year
• Abstract of Scholarship: George A. Strait Minority Scholarships are awarded annually to college graduates with meaningful law library experience who are members of a minority group as defined by current U.S. government guidelines, are degree candidates in an accredited library or law school, and who intend to have a career in law librarianship. Applicants must show evidence of financial need.
• Amount of Scholarship: $3500
• Contact Information: http://www.aallnet.org/services/sch_strait.asp

CINF Scholarship for Scientific Excellence (3)

• Deadline Date: April 2, 2007
• Abstract of Scholarship: To reward graduate and postdoctoral students in chemical information and related sciences for scientific excellence and foster their involvement in CINF.
• Amount of Scholarship: $1000 each
• Contact Information: http://acscinf.org/docs/awards/fizcinf/

A. R. Zipf Fellowship in Information Management

• Deadline Date: April 6, 2007
• Abstract of Scholarship: Awarded to a student enrolled in graduate school, in the early stages of study, and who shows exceptional promise for leadership and technical achievement in information management.
• Amount of Scholarship: $1000
• Contact Information: http://www.clir.org/fellowships/zipf/zipf.html

Roger K. Summit Scholarship

• Deadline Date: April 30, 2007
• Abstract of Scholarship: The $5,000 award will be presented at the SLA Annual Conference in Denver, Colorado, June 3-7, 2007. The award is named in honor of Dr. Roger K. Summit, founder and chairman emeritus of Dialog, for his outstanding contributions to the field of information science.
• Amount of Scholarship: $5000
• Contact Information: http://gep.dialog.com/scholarship/application.shtml

Blogging for Progress Scholarship

• Deadline Date: June 30, 2007
• Abstract of Scholarship: Encourages current and prospective college students to write about current events, society, the environment and public policy.
• Amount of Scholarship: $1,000 (1), $500 (2)
• Contact Information: http://www.progressiveu.org/BFP_FAQ

TASL School Library Media Scholarship (2)

• Deadline Date: June 30, 2007
• Abstract of Scholarship: Provides financial assistance to worthy students pursuing graduate studies leading to a Master’s degree in library science or certification in school library.
• Amount of Scholarship: $1000 each
• Contact Information: http://www.discoveret.org/tasl/scholarship.htm

Michael Steven Head Memorial Scholarship

• Deadline Date: July 5, 2007
• Abstract of Scholarship: If you graduated from a high school in either Tennessee or Kentucky, you may be eligible to be nominated for this scholarship.
• Amount of Scholarship:
• Contact Information: Tanya Arnold

Society of Tennessee Archivists Student Scholarships

• Deadline Date: September 29, 2007
• Abstract of Scholarship: To encourage student participation in the organization
• Amount of Scholarship: Refer to website
• Contact Information: http://www.geocities.com/tennarchivists/ScholarshipDescription.pdf

Alstars Scholarships

• Deadline Date: October 1, 2007
• Abstract of Scholarship: Designed to educate future professionals for positions in academic
• Amount of Scholarship: Refer to websiste
• Contact Information: http://www.cas.usf.edu/lis/alstars/grant.html

Rare Book School Scholarship

• Deadline Date: October 2, 2007
• Abstract of Scholarship: Gives special consideration to applicants who represent under-served communities or whose institutions do so.
• Amount of Scholarship: Refer to website
• Contact Information: http://www.virginia.edu/oldbooks/scholarship/

Special Libraries Association Scholarships

• Deadline Date: October 31 each year
• Abstract of Scholarship: This program consists of awards for graduate study leading to a Master's Degree, graduate study leading to a Ph.D., and for post-M.L.S. study. The SLA Scholarship will be granted only for graduate study in librarianship leading to a master's degree at a recognized school of library or information science. Up to three $6,000 SLA scholarships are available each year. The Affirmative Action Scholarship will be granted only for graduate study in librarianship leading to a master's degree at a recognized school of library or information science. One $6,000 Affirmative Action Scholarship is available each year. The ISI Scholarship will be granted only for beginning graduate study leading to a Ph.D. from a recognized program in library science, information science or related fields of study. One $1,000 ISI scholarship is available each year.
• Amount of Scholarship: $1000 - $6000
• Contact Information:http://www.sla.org/content/learn/scholarship/sch-index/index.cfm

Gerd Muehsam Award

• Deadline Date: November 17, 2006
• Abstract of Scholarship: Sponsored by the Art Libraries Society of North America (ARLIS/NA) the Gerd Muehsam Award is given annually to recognize excellence in a graduate student paper or project on a topic relevant to art librarianship. This award was established to honor the memory of Gerd Muehsam (1913-1979), distinguished scholar, teacher, and art bibliographer, whose support of and dedication to ARLIS/NA was an inspiration to her colleagues and students.
• Amount of Scholarship: $500.00 and up to $300.00 travel reimbursement to attend the ARLIS/NA 35th Annual Conference in Atlanta, Georgia, April 26-30, 2007.
• Contact Information: http://www.arlisna.org/about/awards/muehsam_info.html

Medical Library Association Scholarships

• Deadline Date: December 1 each year
• Abstract of Scholarship: MLA offers a variety of scholarships and grants to assist qualified students in graduate library science programs and to enable practicing health sciences librarians to take advantage of opportunities for continuing professional development.
• Amount of Scholarship: Up to $5000
• Contact Information: http://www.mlanet.org/awards/grants/index.html

MLA Scholarship for Minority Students

• Deadline Date: December 1, 2007
• Abstract of Scholarship: To encourage candidates who show excellence in scholarship and potential for accomplishment in health sciences librarianship.
• Amount of Scholarship: Up to $5,000
• Contact Information: http://www.mlanet.org/awards