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ALSC Frederic G. Melcher Scholarship

American Library Association
Accepting Applications

About the Scholarship

Opens: 11/17/2025
Closes: 3/1/2026

The ALSC Frederic G. Melcher Scholarship is for students pursuing a career in the field of children's librarianship. Students pursuing a graduate degree in library science are welcome to apply.

Win up to
$8,000
  • Essay Required: No
  • Need-Based: No
  • Merit-Based: No
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Requirements
  • Resident of the U.S. or Canada
  • Graduate student
  • Seeking a graduate degree
  • Studying library science
  • Pursuing a career in children's librarianship (for children aged 14 and under)
  • U.S. or Canadian citizen or permanent resident
  • Demonstrate academic excellence and leadership qualities

    • Details

    Pursued Degree Level
    Graduate Degree
    Current Grade
    Graduate Student
    Location
    • Country: US, CA
    Intended Area of Study
    Library Science
    Citizenship Status
    U.S. Citizen, Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident
    Activities
    Leadership

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