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<li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/employment/foreigncredentialing/forjobseekers" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/16111">For Job Seekers</a> </li> <li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/employment/foreigncredentialing/worldlist" title="World List of schools and departments of information science, information management and related disciplines." class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/15247">World List</a> </li> </ul> </li> <li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/employment/laborrelations" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/1393">Labor Relations Resources</a> </li> <li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/employment/salaries" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/15947">Salaries</a> </li> <li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="https://recruiting.ultipro.com/AME1043ALA" title="" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block">Work at ALA</a> </li> </ul> </li> <li class="has-child expanded unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/leadership/emergingleaders" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/17149">Leadership Programs</a> <span class="below" @click="show = !show"></span> <ul x-show="show" class="sidebar-nav list-style-none pl-0 ml-0 lg:max-w-[340px] w-full" > <li class="has-child expanded unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/leadership" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/15019">ALA Leadership Institute</a> <span class="below" @click="show = !show"></span> <ul x-show="show" class="sidebar-nav list-style-none pl-0 ml-0 lg:max-w-[340px] w-full" > <li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/leadership/testimonials" title="What participants had to say" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/13446">Testimonials from Participants</a> </li> </ul> </li> <li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/leadership/emergingleaders" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/17149">Emerging Leaders</a> </li> </ul> </li> <li class="has-child expanded unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/accreditedprograms" title="" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/11824">ALA Accredited Programs</a> <span class="below" @click="show = !show"></span> <ul x-show="show" class="sidebar-nav list-style-none pl-0 ml-0 lg:max-w-[340px] w-full" > <li class="has-child expanded unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/accreditedprograms/directory" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/16328">Accredited master's programs</a> <span class="below" @click="show = !show"></span> <ul x-show="show" class="sidebar-nav list-style-none pl-0 ml-0 lg:max-w-[340px] w-full" > <li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/accreditedprograms/directory/pdf" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/12032">Directory of accredited programs (pdf)</a> </li> <li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/accreditedprograms/directory/historicallist" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/15904">Historical list of accredited programs, 1925 - present</a> </li> <li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/accreditedprograms/guidelines-choosing-masters-program-library-and-information-studies" title="Guidelines for choosing an ALA-accredited MLIS program" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/14896">Guidelines for choosing an accredited program</a> </li> </ul> </li> <li class="has-child expanded unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/accreditedprograms/resourcesforerp" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/17241">External review panelists</a> <span class="below" @click="show = !show"></span> <ul x-show="show" class="sidebar-nav list-style-none pl-0 ml-0 lg:max-w-[340px] w-full" > <li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/accreditedprograms/resourcesforerp/analyze" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/11917">Analyzing the Program Presentation</a> </li> <li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/accreditedprograms/resourcesforerp/erpreportexample" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/10178">External Review Panel Report on the Master of Library and Information Studies Program</a> </li> <li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/accreditedprograms/resourcesforerp/travel" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/10187">External Review Panel travel - frequently asked questions</a> </li> <li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/accreditedprograms/resourcesforerp/questionnaires" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/10185">Questionnaires for alumni and employers</a> </li> <li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/accreditedprograms/resourcesforerp/evidence" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/10179">Requesting evidence</a> </li> <li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/accreditedprograms/resourcesforerp/ERP_service_info" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/17142">What’s involved in serving on an External Review Panel?</a> </li> <li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/accreditedprograms/resourcesforerp/becomereviewer/ERPform" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/17141">Become a reviewer for LIS accreditation</a> </li> <li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/accreditedprograms/resourcesforerp/assignederps" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/11918">Resources for assigned ERPs</a> </li> <li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/accreditedprograms/resourcesforerp/erpchairs" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/10181">Resources for ERP chairs</a> </li> </ul> </li> <li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/accreditedprograms/faq" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/16545">Frequently asked questions</a> </li> <li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/careers/corecomp/corecompspecial/knowledgecompetencies" title="" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/15391">Knowledge and Competencies Statements</a> </li> <li class="has-child expanded unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/accreditedprograms/reportsandpublications/prismreports" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/17163">Reports and publications</a> <span class="below" @click="show = !show"></span> <ul x-show="show" class="sidebar-nav list-style-none pl-0 ml-0 lg:max-w-[340px] w-full" > <li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="http://www.ala.org/aboutala/offices/accreditation/prp/prism/prism_current" title="" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block">Prism</a> </li> </ul> </li> <li class="has-child expanded unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/accreditedprograms/oversightgroup" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/10184">Oversight group and meeting schedule</a> <span class="below" @click="show = !show"></span> <ul x-show="show" class="sidebar-nav list-style-none pl-0 ml-0 lg:max-w-[340px] w-full" > <li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="http://www.ala.org/aboutala/committees/ala/ala-coa" title="" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block">Committee on Accreditation</a> </li> <li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/accreditedprograms/oversightgroup/coameetings/coaschedule" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/17127">Committee on Accreditation Meeting Schedule</a> </li> </ul> </li> <li class="has-child expanded unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/accreditedprograms/resourcesforprogramadministrators" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/15510">Resources for LIS program administrators</a> <span class="below" @click="show = !show"></span> <ul x-show="show" class="sidebar-nav list-style-none pl-0 ml-0 lg:max-w-[340px] w-full" > <li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/accreditedprograms/resourcesforprogramadministrators/onlinepp" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/15567">Sample Program Presentations</a> </li> <li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/accreditedprograms/resourcesforprogramadministrators/outcomesassessment" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/13031">Selected outcomes assessment resources</a> </li> <li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/accreditedprograms/resourcesforprogramadministrators/addressingstandards" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/10182">Addressing the Standards for Accreditation</a> </li> <li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/accreditedprograms/resourcesforprogramadministrators/compreviewresources" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/15260">Comprehensive review process resources</a> </li> <li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/accreditedprograms/resourcesforprogramadministrators/pathtoinitialaccred" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/12519">Path to initial accreditation</a> </li> <li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/accreditedprograms/resourcesforprogramadministrators/reqreporting" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/17276">Required reporting for accreditation</a> </li> <li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/accreditedprograms/resourcesforprogramadministrators/schedule" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/10227">Schedule of reviews</a> </li> </ul> </li> <li class="has-child expanded unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/accreditedprograms/standards" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/17213">Process, policies, and procedures (AP3)</a> <span class="below" @click="show = !show"></span> <ul x-show="show" class="sidebar-nav list-style-none pl-0 ml-0 lg:max-w-[340px] w-full" > <li class="has-child expanded unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/accreditedprograms/standards/AP3" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/15611">Accreditation Process, Policies, and Procedures (AP3)</a> <span class="below" @click="show = !show"></span> <ul x-show="show" class="sidebar-nav list-style-none pl-0 ml-0 lg:max-w-[340px] w-full" > <li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/accreditedprograms/standards/ap3/overview" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/14521">I. Overview of ALA accreditation</a> </li> <li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/accreditedprograms/standards/ap3/selfstudy" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/13934">II. Guidelines for the Self-Study and Comprehensive Review</a> </li> <li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/accreditedprograms/standards/ap3/erpguidelines" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/11916">III. Guidelines for the External Review Panel</a> </li> <li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/accreditedprograms/standards/ap3/appealprocess" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/13935">IV. Appeal process</a> </li> </ul> </li> </ul> </li> </ul> </li> <li class="has-child expanded active unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: true }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/scholarships" class="active max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block is-active" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/17131" aria-current="page">ALA Scholarships</a> <span class="below" @click="show = !show"></span> <ul x-show="show" class="sidebar-nav list-style-none pl-0 ml-0 lg:max-w-[340px] w-full" > <li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/scholarships/view-all-scholarships" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/9">All ALA Scholarships</a> </li> <li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/aboutala/offices/hrdr/scholarshipprgm/faqalascholarship" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/14400">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)</a> </li> <li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/scholarships/directory" title="National, State, Local, and Academic sources of financial assistance" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/59933">Financial Assistance Directory</a> </li> <li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/ala-general-scholarship-50th-anniversary" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/13102">ALA General Scholarship 50th Anniversary</a> </li> </ul> </li> <li class="has-child expanded unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/libcareers/become" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/13326">Become a Librarian</a> <span class="below" @click="show = !show"></span> <ul x-show="show" class="sidebar-nav list-style-none pl-0 ml-0 lg:max-w-[340px] w-full" > <li class="unlocked relative inline-block items-center pl-0 w-full border-b border-gray-200" x-data="{ show: false }" :class="{ 'active': show }" > <a href="/educationcareers/libcareers/choose" class="max-w-[90%] font-bitter text-base text-black no-underline py-5 inline-block" data-drupal-link-system-path="node/8077">Choosing a School</a> </li> </ul> </li> </ul> </div> </nav> <button class="btn-white sidebar-nav-toggle">Menu <span class="toggle-nav"><span>Toggle navigation</span></span></button> </div> <div class="node__main w-full xl:max-w-940 xl:ml-[7.5rem] xl:text-lg">  <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--section paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="layout layout--onecol"> <div class="layout__region layout__region--content"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--text paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="xl:max-w-[940px] mx-auto my-[3.75rem] xl:my-[3.125rem] px-5 xl:px-0 text-formatted"> <h2 class="mb-[1.875rem]"></h2> <!DOCTYPE html> <html><body><p>The American Library Association (ALA) is committed to promoting and advancing the librarian profession. To demonstrate this commitment, the ALA and its units provide more than $300,000 annually for study in a master's degree in library and information studies from an ALA accredited program, or for a master's degree with a specialty in school librarianship that meets the ALA curriculum guidelines for a Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) accredited unit.</p> <p>You can apply for a variety of scholarships through the single <a href="https://www.ala.org/cfapps/scholarships"><strong>online application</strong></a> hosted by the ALA Scholarship Program.</p> <p>The scholarship process is open annually from September 1st - March 1st. Applications and reference forms (which must be submitted on-line) are available during that time period. Instructions and general information remain available year round.</p> <p>Before starting, read the <strong>ALA Scholarship FAQ</strong>, and carefully review the <strong>requirements</strong> in each category for the scholarships to which you are applying. Then complete the <a href="https://www.ala.org/cfapps/scholarships"><strong>online application</strong></a>. PLEASE NOTE: It is only necessary to complete ONE online application regardless of the number of scholarships you apply for. You may apply for as many scholarships as you are eligible for by checking the appropriate boxes on the application form.</p> <p><br> </p> <p> </p> <p><a class="primary-button" href="/scholarships/view-all-scholarships"><strong>See all scholarships</strong></a><strong> </strong><a class="primary-button" href="/cfapps/scholarships"><strong>Start your online application</strong></a> </p> <p> </p> </body></html> </div> </div> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--tab-container paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="tab-container breakout"> <div class="w-full lg:container pt-[90px] pb-[52px] lg:px-0"> <h2 id="" class="text-center">ALA Scholarships</h2> <div class="tab-container__tabs-wrapper sm:flex sm:flex-wrap sm:justify-center"> <div class="tab-container__tabs sm:border-b-4 flex flex-col sm:flex-row gap-[11px] sm:gap-[0]" role="tablist"> <button type="button" id="tab-container-trigger-70893-70889" class="tab-container__tab !mb-0 py-3.5 px-6 w-full md:w-auto" role="tab" aria-controls="tab-group-70893-70889">General Scholarships</button> <button type="button" id="tab-container-trigger-70893-70890" class="tab-container__tab !mb-0 py-3.5 px-6 w-full md:w-auto" role="tab" aria-controls="tab-group-70893-70890">By Practice Area</button> <button type="button" id="tab-container-trigger-70893-70891" class="tab-container__tab !mb-0 py-3.5 px-6 w-full md:w-auto" role="tab" aria-controls="tab-group-70893-70891">For Support Staff</button> <button type="button" id="tab-container-trigger-70893-70892" class="tab-container__tab !mb-0 py-3.5 px-6 w-full md:w-auto" role="tab" aria-controls="tab-group-70893-70892">For Underrepresented Groups</button> </div> </div> <div class="tab-container__items-wrapper breakout pt-11 lg:pt-0"> <div class="w-full lg:container px-5 lg:px-0"> <div class="tab-container__items"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--tab-group paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div id="tab-group-70893-70889" class="tab-group lg:flex w-full lg:py-[100px] lg:justify-center" role="tabpanel" aria-labelledby="tab-container-trigger-70893-70889" tabindex="0"> <div class="tab-group__sidebar-section-wrap lg:w-[58%] lg:flex lg:gap-[40px]"> <div class="tab-group__body pt-5 lg:pt-0 lg:flex lg:flex-col lg:w-1/2 lg:pr-7"> <!DOCTYPE html> <html><body><h4>General Scholarships</h4> <p>These ALA Scholarships are open to all applicants who have applied for admission to a formal program of library and information studies leading to a master's degree.</p> <ul> <li><a href="/awardsgrants/david-h-clift-scholarship">David H. Clift Scholarship</a></li> <li><a href="/awardsgrants/christopher-hoy-scholarship">Christopher Hoy Scholarship</a></li> </ul> </body></html> </div> </div> <div class="tab-group__side-column pt-6 pb-4 lg:pb-0 lg:pt-0 lg:pl-7 lg:flex lg:flex-col lg:w-1/2"> <!DOCTYPE html> <html><body><p><strong>More Information</strong></p> <ul> <li><a href="/scholarships/view-all-scholarships">View all scholarships</a></li> <li><a href="/aboutala/offices/hrdr/scholarshipprgm/faqalascholarship">Frequently Asked Questions</a></li> <li><a href="/educationcareers/sites/ala.org.educationcareers/files/content/scholarships/right_nav_pods/scholarship_comparison_at_a_glance%202023_0.pdf">Scholarship Requirements at a Glance (PDF)</a></li> <li><a href="/educationcareers/sites/ala.org.educationcareers/files/content/scholarships/2022-2023%20FALIS%20Directory.pdf">Other Sources of Financial Aid Directory</a></li> </ul> <p> </p> <hr> <p>If you have questions, please contact the ALA Scholarship Clearinghouse at 1-800-545-2433 ext. 4279 or <a href="mailto:scholarships@ala.org"><strong>scholarships@ala.org</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p> </body></html> </div> </div> </div> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--tab-group paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div id="tab-group-70893-70890" class="tab-group lg:flex w-full lg:py-[100px] lg:justify-center" role="tabpanel" aria-labelledby="tab-container-trigger-70893-70890" tabindex="0"> <div class="tab-group__sidebar-section-wrap lg:w-[58%] lg:flex lg:gap-[40px]"> <div class="tab-group__body pt-5 lg:pt-0 lg:flex lg:flex-col lg:w-1/2 lg:pr-7"> <!DOCTYPE html> <html><body><h4>Scholarships by Practice Area or Specialty</h4> <p>These scholarships available through the <a href="">ALA Scholarship Program</a> are geared towards individuals planning to work in specific types of libraries or positions within the library. </p> <p><strong>By Library Type</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li><a href="/scholarships/w-david-rozkuszka-scholarship">GODORT David W. Rozkuszka Scholarship</a> (for Government Documents workers)</li> <li><a href="https://www.ala.org/awardsgrants/julia-j-brody-public-librarian-scholarship">Julia J. Brody Public Librarian Scholarship</a> (Public Library Service)<br> </li> </ul> <p><strong>Media & Technology</strong></p> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.ala.org/awardsgrants/christian-larew-memorial-scholarship">Christian Larew Memorial Scholarship</a> (Library Technology)</li> <li><a href="https://www.ala.org/awardsgrants/deg-farrelly-memorialalexander-street-press-amiafmrt-media-librarian-scholarship">The deg farrelly Memorial/Alexander Street Press AMIA/FMRT Media Librarian Scholarship</a> (Media Collections)</li> <li><a href="https://www.ala.org/awardsgrants/peter-lyman-memorialsage-scholarship-new-media">Peter Lyman Memorial/SAGE Scholarship in New Media</a> (New Media)<br> </li> </ul> <p><strong>Children & Youth Librarianship</strong></p> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.ala.org/awardsgrants/bound-stay-bound-books-scholarship-0">Bound to Stay Bound Books Scholarship</a> (Children's Librarianship)</li> <li><a href="https://www.ala.org/awardsgrants/frederic-g-melcher-scholarship-0">Frederic G. MELCHER Scholarship</a> (Children's Librarianship)</li> <li><a href="https://www.ala.org/awardsgrants/mary-v-gaver-scholarship">Mary V. Gaver Scholarship</a> (Youth Librarianship)</li> <li><a href="https://www.ala.org/awardsgrants/regina-u-minudri-young-adult-scholarship">Regina U. Minudri Young Adult Scholarship</a> (Young Adult services)</li> </ul> </body></html> </div> </div> <div class="tab-group__side-column pt-6 pb-4 lg:pb-0 lg:pt-0 lg:pl-7 lg:flex lg:flex-col lg:w-1/2"> <!DOCTYPE html> <html><body><p><strong>More Information</strong></p> <ul> <li><a href="/scholarships/view-all-scholarships">View all scholarships</a></li> <li><a href="/aboutala/offices/hrdr/scholarshipprgm/faqalascholarship">Frequently Asked Questions</a></li> <li><a href="/educationcareers/sites/ala.org.educationcareers/files/content/scholarships/right_nav_pods/scholarship_comparison_at_a_glance%202023_0.pdf">Scholarship Requirements at a Glance (PDF)</a></li> <li><a href="/educationcareers/sites/ala.org.educationcareers/files/content/scholarships/2022-2023%20FALIS%20Directory.pdf">Other Sources of Financial Aid Directory</a></li> </ul> <p> </p> <hr> <p>If you have questions, please contact the ALA Scholarship Clearinghouse at 1-800-545-2433 ext. 4279 or <a href="mailto:scholarships@ala.org"><strong>scholarships@ala.org</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p> </body></html> </div> </div> </div> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--tab-group paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div id="tab-group-70893-70891" class="tab-group lg:flex w-full lg:py-[100px] lg:justify-center" role="tabpanel" aria-labelledby="tab-container-trigger-70893-70891" tabindex="0"> <div class="tab-group__sidebar-section-wrap lg:w-[58%] lg:flex lg:gap-[40px]"> <div class="tab-group__body pt-5 lg:pt-0 lg:flex lg:flex-col lg:w-1/2 lg:pr-7"> <!DOCTYPE html> <html><body><h4>Scholarships for Library Support Staff</h4> <p>These ALA Scholarships are geared towards individuals currently working as support staff in libraries. They include:</p> <ul> <li><a href="/awardsgrants/tom-and-roberta-drewes-scholarship">Tom and Roberta Drewes Scholarship</a></li> <li><a href="/awardsgrants/miriam-l-hornback-scholarship">Miriam L. Hornback Scholarship</a></li> <li><a href="/awardsgrants/tony-b-leisner-scholarship">Tony B. Leisner Scholarship</a> </li> </ul> </body></html> </div> </div> <div class="tab-group__side-column pt-6 pb-4 lg:pb-0 lg:pt-0 lg:pl-7 lg:flex lg:flex-col lg:w-1/2"> <!DOCTYPE html> <html><body><p><strong>More Information</strong></p> <ul> <li><a href="/scholarships/view-all-scholarships">View all scholarships</a></li> <li><a href="/aboutala/offices/hrdr/scholarshipprgm/faqalascholarship">Frequently Asked Questions</a></li> <li><a href="/educationcareers/sites/ala.org.educationcareers/files/content/scholarships/right_nav_pods/scholarship_comparison_at_a_glance%202023_0.pdf">Scholarship Requirements at a Glance (PDF)</a></li> <li><a href="/educationcareers/sites/ala.org.educationcareers/files/content/scholarships/2022-2023%20FALIS%20Directory.pdf">Other Sources of Financial Aid Directory</a></li> </ul> <p> </p> <hr> <p>If you have questions, please contact the ALA Scholarship Clearinghouse at 1-800-545-2433 ext. 4279 or <a href="mailto:scholarships@ala.org"><strong>scholarships@ala.org</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p> </body></html> </div> </div> </div> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--tab-group paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div id="tab-group-70893-70892" class="tab-group lg:flex w-full lg:py-[100px] lg:justify-center" role="tabpanel" aria-labelledby="tab-container-trigger-70893-70892" tabindex="0"> <div class="tab-group__sidebar-section-wrap lg:w-[58%] lg:flex lg:gap-[40px]"> <div class="tab-group__body pt-5 lg:pt-0 lg:flex lg:flex-col lg:w-1/2 lg:pr-7"> <!DOCTYPE html> <html><body><h4>Scholarships for Underrepresented Groups</h4> <p>These ALA Scholarships are geared towards individuals from groups currently underrepresented in the library profession. </p> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.ala.org/awardsgrants/ala-century-scholarship">ALA Century Scholarship</a> (for students with disabilities)</li> <li><a href="/awardsgrants/spectrum-scholarship">ALA Spectrum Scholarship</a> (for racial and ethnic underrepresented groups)</li> </ul> </body></html> </div> </div> <div class="tab-group__side-column pt-6 pb-4 lg:pb-0 lg:pt-0 lg:pl-7 lg:flex lg:flex-col lg:w-1/2"> <!DOCTYPE html> <html><body><p><strong>More Information</strong></p> <ul> <li><a href="/scholarships/view-all-scholarships">View all scholarships</a></li> <li><a href="/aboutala/offices/hrdr/scholarshipprgm/faqalascholarship">Frequently Asked Questions</a></li> <li><a href="/educationcareers/sites/ala.org.educationcareers/files/content/scholarships/right_nav_pods/scholarship_comparison_at_a_glance%202023_0.pdf">Scholarship Requirements at a Glance (PDF)</a></li> <li><a href="/educationcareers/sites/ala.org.educationcareers/files/content/scholarships/2022-2023%20FALIS%20Directory.pdf">Other Sources of Financial Aid Directory</a></li> </ul> <p> </p> <hr> <p>If you have questions, please contact the ALA Scholarship Clearinghouse at 1-800-545-2433 ext. 4279 or <a href="mailto:scholarships@ala.org"><strong>scholarships@ala.org</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p> </body></html> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--text paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="xl:max-w-[940px] mx-auto my-[3.75rem] xl:my-[3.125rem] px-5 xl:px-0 text-formatted"> <h2 class="mb-[1.875rem]">ALA Scholarship Application Requirements</h2> <!DOCTYPE html> <html><body><p>The following items are required for all scholarship applications. Be sure to check the requirements of the specific scholarship for which you are applying because you may need to mail additional documents.</p> <ol type="1"> <li><strong>Completed online application</strong> (which includes a personal statement).</li> <li><strong>Completed references</strong> (only references on the official online form will be accepted). Three professional references are required. Once you begin the application process, you will be asked to provide the name and email addresses of three (3) professional references. These should be people (excluding family members) who are well acquainted with your educational background, intellectual abilities, professional experience, and personal character. Each person listed will receive an email message with instructions for completing the online reference form. An application will not be considered complete unless the three references are submitted by March 1st.</li> <li><strong>Official academic transcripts. </strong>An official transcript is required from bachelor's degree-granting institutions and any master's level work toward an ALA-accredited or NCATE approved master's in library science. Transcripts for other master's level work are not required but may be submitted for consideration. The college transcript should be submitted only once regardless of the number of scholarships you apply for. All transcripts must be received by March 1st (electronic transcripts will not be considered). They should be placed in a sealed envelope and mailed in one package along with other materials (as required by specific scholarships) to the following address: ALA Scholarship Clearinghouse, 225 N. Michigan Avenue, Suite 1300, Chicago, IL 60601.</li> <li><strong>Personal Statement.</strong> Applicant should include a personal statement as part of the on-line application. It should consist of not more than 300 words and describe your interest and any work in your proposed field of study, including non-course educational experience, volunteer work, teaching or other relevant employment and publications. You should also indicate what specific competencies or characteristics you believe you have to offer the field of librarianship, what you can bring to the profession, and in particular what you have done which indicates your potential for leadership. Describe your career interests and goals and your commitment to library and information service.</li> </ol> <p> </p> <p>The completed online application, personal statement, and three references must be received in the ALA Scholarship Clearinghouse by <strong>March 1st </strong>to be considered.</p> <p>If you have questions or concerns, please contact the ALA Scholarship Clearinghouse at 1-800-545-2433 ext. 4279 or <a href="mailto:scholarships@ala.org"><strong>scholarships@ala.org</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p> <p class="action-link"> </p> <p class="action-link"><a href="https://live-alaorg.pantheonsite.io/sites/default/files/educationcareers/content/scholarships/right_nav_pods/scholarship_comparison_at_a_glance%202023_0.pdf"><strong>See the Comparison of ALA Scholarship Requirements at a Glance</strong></a></p> <p> </p> </body></html> </div> </div> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--text paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="xl:max-w-[940px] mx-auto my-[3.75rem] xl:my-[3.125rem] px-5 xl:px-0 text-formatted"> <h2 class="mb-[1.875rem]">Factors Considered</h2> <!DOCTYPE html> <html><body><p>Factors considered in making these awards include:</p> <ul> <li>academic excellence;</li> <li>leadership; and</li> <li>evidence of commitment to a career in librarianship.</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p>Achievement in these areas may best be demonstrated by statements indicating the nature of library and other experience, by professional references, and by the personal statement included in the online application.</p> <p>PLEASE NOTE: For all general scholarships you will be asked to complete only one (1) personal statement during your online application.</p> </body></html> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--section paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="layout layout--onecol"> <div class="layout__region layout__region--content"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--accordion paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="accordion breakout pt-12 lg:py-20"> <div class="accordion__content px-5 lg:px-0 mx-auto"> <h2 class="accordion__heading text-center mb-10 lg:mb-20 lg:pt-2 leading-none">Frequently Asked Questions</h2> <div class="accordion__items border-t"> <div class="accordion-item border-b"> <h3 class="accordion-item__heading text-xl lg:text-2xl my-0"> <button id="accordion-item-trigger-70898" class="accordion-item__trigger items-center m-0 text-left text-xl py-5 w-full items-center" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-item-70898"> Does the ALA provide any scholarships for non-U.S./Canadian citizens or permanent residents? </button> </h3> <div id="accordion-item-70898" class="accordion-item__body hidden pb-9 text-base lg:text-xl" role="region" aria-labelledby="accordion-item-trigger-70898"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"><!DOCTYPE html> <html><body><p>Yes. The LITA Christian Larew Memorial Scholarship is the only scholarship that does not have a residency restriction.</p> </body></html> </div> </div> </div> <div class="accordion-item border-b"> <h3 class="accordion-item__heading text-xl lg:text-2xl my-0"> <button id="accordion-item-trigger-70899" class="accordion-item__trigger items-center m-0 text-left text-xl py-5 w-full items-center" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-item-70899"> Does the ALA provide any scholarships toward undergraduate work? </button> </h3> <div id="accordion-item-70899" class="accordion-item__body hidden pb-9 text-base lg:text-xl" role="region" aria-labelledby="accordion-item-trigger-70899"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"><!DOCTYPE html> <html><body><p>No. At this time, the American Library Association does not offer any scholarships for undergraduate work and there is no agency that accredits undergraduate or associates programs in library and information studies. As you continue on in your studies, however, be sure to review the <a href="https://www.ala.org/educationcareers/scholarships">ALA scholarship page</a> in case this changes.</p> </body></html> </div> </div> </div> <div class="accordion-item border-b"> <h3 class="accordion-item__heading text-xl lg:text-2xl my-0"> <button id="accordion-item-trigger-70901" class="accordion-item__trigger items-center m-0 text-left text-xl py-5 w-full items-center" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-item-70901"> I have already started library school. Am I still eligible to apply for any ALA scholarships? </button> </h3> <div id="accordion-item-70901" class="accordion-item__body hidden pb-9 text-base lg:text-xl" role="region" aria-labelledby="accordion-item-trigger-70901"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"><!DOCTYPE html> <html><body><p>Yes, provided you have not completed more than 1/3rd of the credit requirements toward your degree by June 1st. For example, if your library school program is 36 credits, you should not have completed more than 12 (12 or less) credits by June 1st.</p> </body></html> </div> </div> </div> <div class="accordion-item border-b"> <h3 class="accordion-item__heading text-xl lg:text-2xl my-0"> <button id="accordion-item-trigger-70902" class="accordion-item__trigger items-center m-0 text-left text-xl py-5 w-full items-center" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-item-70902"> I have completed more than 12 semester hours toward my MLS/MLIS/MIS. Am I still eligible for any ALA Scholarships? </button> </h3> <div id="accordion-item-70902" class="accordion-item__body hidden pb-9 text-base lg:text-xl" role="region" aria-labelledby="accordion-item-trigger-70902"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"><!DOCTYPE html> <html><body><p>Yes. You are eligible for the following scholarships: the <a href="https://www.ala.org/ascla/asclaawards/asclacentury"><strong>ALA Century Scholarship</strong></a> and the <a href="http://www.ala.org/spectrum"><strong>Spectrum Scholarship</strong></a>. You may click on the name for more information.</p> </body></html> </div> </div> </div> <div class="accordion-item border-b"> <h3 class="accordion-item__heading text-xl lg:text-2xl my-0"> <button id="accordion-item-trigger-70903" class="accordion-item__trigger items-center m-0 text-left text-xl py-5 w-full items-center" type="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="accordion-item-70903"> I am working toward my Ph.D. in library and information studies. 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