The Program encourages LIS students to apply for the many funding opportunities available through the University of Hawai\u02bbi and local and national organizations. Funding includes financial aid, administered by the University’s Financial Aid Services office, and scholarships administered by dozens of organizations, including the University.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To review a list of scholarships available to University of Hawai\u02bbi students, visit the 东精影业 Scholarships page<\/a> (click the “view only” link if you do not have a UH account).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Additional scholarship information is available in the “Tuition, Fees, and Expenses” section of the University of Hawai\u02bbi at M\u0101noa<\/a> catalog.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Below is a collection of scholarship opportunities provided by the University of Hawai\u02bbi at M\u0101noa LIS Program (UHM LIS), local organizations, and national organizations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Note<\/em>: Scholarship information changes frequently. This is not an exhaustive list. Please consult with an LIS faculty advisor to confirm the information shown here is the most current information available.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n Required: Completion of 9 credits in LIS or be a May or August LIS graduate continuing toward the Advanced Certificate Program and a written goals statement. To apply, login to the 东精影业 Scholarship<\/a> site, choose the Keyword Search option, and search for “Library” to find the scholarship application.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Shirley Loo, a longtime librarian at the Library of Congress, established this scholarship in 2023 to support Hawai\u02bbi residents who are academically outstanding and need financial assistance to complete their MLISc. To be considered for this scholarship, indicate that you are interested in scholarships on the UHM LIS Applicant Information Form.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Named for the University Librarian, Ralph R. Shaw (1907-1972), who was also founding Dean of the UHM Graduate School of Library Studies, this scholarship was established in 1985 and is funded by his estate as well as other UH M\u0101noa LIS alumni. There is no website available for this scholarship, only an email announcement every semester for UHM LIS students currently enrolled in the program, with instructions on how to apply. The Program uses this fund to match the ALA Spectrum Scholarship; inform the Program Chair if you have been selected for the ALA Spectrum Scholarship.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n This scholarship was established in 2021 to support full-time graduate students in the Library and Information Science (LIS) Program at the University of Hawai’i at Manoa. One recipient is selcted each fall semester and receives $7,500 renewable for a total of four semesters (up to $30,000) for costs associated with attendance (e.g. tuition, books, fees, etc.). To be considered for this scholarship, indicate that you are interested in scholarships on the UHM LIS Applicant Information Form.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Lillian Nicolich Memorial Award was established in 2025 on behalf of Lillian\u2019s classmates, friends, and family to honor the impact she had on so many. Lillian\u2019s personal qualities of kindness, integrity, and dedication made her a beloved figure among her peers and faculty. Her commitment to service and her ability to lead by example continue to inspire those who had the privilege of working alongside her. Lillian\u2019s legacy serves as a reminder of the profound impact one individual can have on a community. The purpose of this award is to acknowledge similar contributions made by graduating UHM LIS students. Award candidates are selected from each semester’s graduating MLISc cohort by an award committee appointed by the LIS program director.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div> M\u0101noa Opportunity Grants are available to students who demonstrate financial need based on information provided on your FAFSA<\/a>. Due to limited funding, the maximum annual UHM award is $4,000 and is dependent upon tuition charged and enrollment status. You must be enrolled at least half-time (4 credits as a graduate student) to receive the M\u0101noa Opportunity Grant. Graduate students enrolled in a 1 credit full-time course will not be considered for this grant. Preference is given to those students who meet the FAFSA priority deadline of February 1st and are residents of the State of Hawai\u02bbi.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Pacific Islander Scholarships are available to students who demonstrate financial need based on information provided on your FAFSA<\/a>, are from eligible Pacific Island districts, commonwealths, territories, jurisdictions, states, or nations which do not provide public institutions that grant baccalaureate degrees and pay the 150% resident tuition rate at UHM. Since funding is limited, preference will be given to those who meet the FAFSA priority deadline of February 1st.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Various scholarship\/fellowship opportunities for graduate program studies. Specific details are available on the East-West web site under the “Scholarships and Fellowships” section of the Student Programs page.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Friends of the Library of Hawai\u02bbi awards up to $25,000 in scholarships annually to Hawai\u02bbi residents seeking a Master’s Degree in Library Science at the University of Hawai\u02bbi. The scholarships provide financial assistance to students who are currently enrolled in the Library and Information Science Program, or who have been accepted for enrollment in the fall or spring semester. Applications are typically due by late May.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n This scholarship is open to students pursuing a master\u2019s degree in library science at the UHM. Students must be residents of the State of Hawai\u02bbi and preference is given to Big Island residents. For the application form and additional requirements, please visit the F.O.L.K. website. The annual deadline is in April and scholarships are awarded by June 1.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Hawai\u02bbi residents who are HASL members and join the MLISc program may apply for this $500 scholarship offered once yearly. For the application form and additional requirements, please visit the HASL website.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n The Hawai\u02bbi Community Foundation recognizes the growing challenge of supporting students who are motivated to attain their degrees and achieve their career goals. HCF’s scholarship program consists of over 190 different scholarship funds established by generous individuals, businesses, organizations, and private foundations. All of them are dedicated to making sure that educational opportunities are available to Hawaii students who need and deserve them.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n This award is funded at various levels up to $1000. The number of scholarships awarded each year will be dependent on the current financial status of HLA. The HLA Scholarship committee will evaluate the applications and make the decisions on the awards.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Established in 1996, the Hawai\u02bbi State FCU Lowell Kalapa Scholarship Program has awarded over $479,000 to some of Hawai\u02bbi’s best and brightest students who sought to improve their lives through the pursuit of a higher education.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Kamehameha Schools (KS) college scholarships are available to undergraduate and graduate students who demonstrate financial need and are committed to contributing to the l\u0101hui. KS policy is to give preference to applicants of Hawaiian ancestry to the extent permitted by law. The amount of the scholarship award varies each year depending on the availability of funds.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div> (varying amounts)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n 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>\n\n\n\n The scholarship process is open annually from September – March. 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>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Provides tips on finding scholarships\/financial assistance, as well as listing a few resources not referenced elsewhere on this page.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Spectrum recruits and provides scholarships to American Indian\/Alaska Native, Asian, Black\/African American, Hispanic\/Latino and Native Hawaiian\/Other Pacific Islander students to assist individuals interested in obtaining a graduate degree and leadership positions within the profession and our organization. Our aim is to increase the number of racially and ethnically diverse professionals working as leaders in the field of library and information science to best position libraries and institutions at the core of today\u2019s culturally diverse communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Note: The Program matches the Spectrum scholarship. Inform the Program Director if you have been selected for the Spectrum Scholarship.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n (varying amounts from $1000-$3500)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n The American Association of Law Libraries is committed to providing opportunities for professional growth. Each year, the Association awards scholarships in significant amounts to assist individuals in achieving their goal of becoming a law librarian. Students with any combination of Law degree, Library degree, or students seeking either degree may apply. Minorities are particularly encouraged to apply.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n The ARL Kaleidoscope Program, funded by ARL member libraries, offers up to $10,000 in tuition support to students currently enrolled in an ALA-accredited MLIS program. The purpose of the program is to diversity the professions by providing generous funding for MLIS education and a suite of related benefits, including mentoring, leadership and professional development, and career placement assistance.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n The Art Libraries Society of North America offers a number of awards and scholarships aligned with its mission to foster excellence in art and design librarianship and image management.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n (varying amounts from $1250-$3000)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Several scholarships and the Eugene Garfield Doctoral Dissertation Fellowship are awarded annually by Beta Phi Mu. Applications for all scholarships and fellowships are accepted beginning November 15.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n (varying from $400-$1,000)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n To encourage professional and leadership development in Chinese American librarianship, CALA offers several scholarships each year to students, new librarians, and library school faculty.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n The Medical Library Association (MLA) offers a variety of funding opportunities to assist qualified students in graduate library science programs and to enable practicing health sciences librarians to pursue professional development. There are three MLA Scholarships for students enrolled in or entering an American Library Association\u2013accredited library school.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n ($2,500 per year, awarded two consecutive years)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n The Paul Evan Peters Fellowship was established to honor and perpetuate the memory of Paul Evan Peters (1947-1996), founding executive director of the Coalition for Networked Information (CNI). The fellowship will assist students pursuing graduate studies in the information sciences, librarianship, or closely related field, that advance the frontiers of digital information and technology. Nominees should demonstrate intellectual and personal qualities consistent with those of Paul Evan Peters.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n
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LIS Alumni Group Student Award<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Shirley Loo Scholarship<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Ralph R. Shaw Scholarships and Awards<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Eileen P. and Lennus B. Urquhart Scholarship<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Lillian Nicolich Memorial Award<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Hawai\u2018i<\/h2>\n
Hawai\u2018i<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
M\u0101noa Opportunity Grants<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Pacific Islander Scholarships<\/span><\/a> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
East-West Center Student Programs: Opportunities for Study & Scholarships<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Friends of the Libraries of Hawai\u02bbi<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Friends of the Libraries, Kona ($1000)<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Hawai\u02bbi Association of School Librarians (HASL) Scholarship <\/a>($500)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Hawai\u02bbi Community Foundation<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Hawai\u02bbi Library Association<\/a> (varies, up to $1000)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Hawai\u02bbi State Federal Credit Union Scholarship<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Kamehameha Schools Scholarships<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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American Library Association (ALA) Scholarships<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
American Library Association’s “Scholarships and Financial Assistance” page<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
American Library Association Spectrum Scholarships<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
American Association of Law Libraries (AALL) Scholarships<\/a> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Association of Research Libraries Kaleidoscope Program<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Art Libraries Society of North America<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Beta Phi Mu Scholarships<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Chinese American Librarians Association (CALA)<\/a> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Medical Library Association Scholarship<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Paul Evan Peters Fellowship<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n