Valerie J. Wilford Grant for Library Education Scholarship
Valerie J. Wilford Grant for Library Education Scholarship
The Valerie J. Wilford Grant for Library Education Scholarship offers $1,000 to students pursuing studies in librarianship, available to members of certain library associations and employees of member libraries in Illinois.
May 15, 2026
38 days left
$1,000
Award amount
6
Requirements
Quick decision
AI insightsBest for
- Illinois residents
- Students pursuing librarianship
- Members of library associations
Key highlights
- $1,000 award amount
- Deadline: May 15, 2026
- Open to high school seniors, undergraduates, and graduate students
Why apply
- Financial assistance for education costs
- Supports studies in a growing field
Important checks
- Verify membership in eligible library associations
- Confirm residency in Illinois
Who can apply
- Must be a member of eligible library associations or an employee of an ILA institutional member library
- Resident of Illinois
- High school senior, undergraduate, graduate student, on academic break, or not currently enrolled
- Seeking a professional certification, micro-credential, badge, associate, bachelor's, or graduate degree
Always verify the full eligibility rules on the official source before you apply.
Quick facts
Status
upcoming
Study levels
high_school_senior, graduate_student
Eligible institutions
Illinois Library Association
Payout method
Paid to the college or financial aid office
Next steps
AI guidanceA short checklist so you know what to do after reading the listing.
- Confirm every eligibility rule on the official program page.
- Skim the official instructions for any uploads or essays.
- Add the deadline to your calendar and submit before it passes.
- Apply through the official site linked above.
Application tips
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- Apply early to avoid last-minute issues
- Ensure all eligibility criteria are met before applying
Key requirements (6)
Program rules and conditions. Uploads and file types are listed under Required documents.
- Member of Illinois Library Association, the Association of Illinois School Library Educators, or any Illinois state library association, **OR**.
- Employee of an ILA institutional member library.
- Resident of Illinois.
- High school senior, undergraduate, graduate student, on academic break, or not currently enrolled.
- Seeking a professional certification, professional micro-credential, professional badge, associate, bachelor's, or graduate degree.
- Pursuing studies in librarianship.
Applying
Applications can be submitted through the provided link before the deadline of May 15, 2026.
Award & payment
Amount: $1,000
Payout: Paid to the college or financial aid office
About the provider
Overview
This scholarship offers $1,000 to eligible students in Illinois pursuing librarianship studies.
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Sponsor & application
Information last verified Apr 2, 2026.
Always confirm deadlines, requirements, and application details on the official page before you apply.