March 1, 2027
Bound to Stay Bound Books Scholarship
Direct application
$8,000
4 winners
Eligibility
Major
Library Information Science
Education level
Graduate
About this scholarship
Students pursuing an MLS or advanced degree who plan to work in library service for children through age 14 may apply through the ALA Scholarship Program.
Four recipients each receive an $8,000 annual award funded by Bound to Stay Bound Books through ALSC.
Complete the BTSB Scholarship application online between September 1 and March 1, including documentation of enrollment or acceptance into an MLS or advanced degree program. Open to applicants planning to serve children in any type of library.
Essay question
What else to submit
- Completed online ALA Scholarship Program application
- Documentation of enrollment or acceptance into an MLS or advanced degree program
- Three references submitted through online reference forms
- Official transcripts
- Personal statement of no more than 300 words
- Three references (submitted online via reference forms)
- Official transcripts
- Completed online ALA Scholarship application
- Personal statement should address and name the specific scholarship being applied for
- Eligibility: intend to pursue an MLS or advanced degree and plan to work in library service to children (graduate-level award)
- Application deadline March 1; awards are four $8,000 awards administered by ALSC
- Personal statement should describe interest and experience in the proposed field, including relevant non-course education, volunteer work, teaching, employment, or publications.
- Award is renewable annually.