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Mary P. Oenslager Scholastic Achievement Awards (SAA)

Mary P. Oenslager Scholastic Achievement Awards (SAA)

Applicable For:

Undergraduate Students or Graduate Students

Max Award Amount:

$6,000

Application Deadline:

31/12/2023
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About This Scholarship

The Mary P. Oenslager Scholastic Achievement Awards (SAA) are awards given annually by the American Library Association (ALA) to recognize academic excellence and potential for a career in the field of library and information science. The award is named in honor of Mary P. Oenslager, a prominent librarian and editor, who was known for her contributions to the field of children’s literature. The award is open to students who are pursuing a Master’s degree in library and information science from an ALA-accredited program in the United States or Canada.

Recipients of the award receive a cash prize, a one-year membership to the ALA, and a certificate of achievement. The award is highly competitive and recognizes only a few students each year who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement and a commitment to the field of library and information science.

Eligibility Criteria For Mary P. Oenslager Scholastic Achievement Awards (SAA)

To be eligible for the Mary P. Oenslager Scholastic Achievement Awards (SAA), applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Be a citizen or permanent resident of the US or Canada.
  • Be enrolled in an ALA-accredited Master’s program in library and information science in the United States or Canada.
  • Have completed at least 12 semester credits of academic work toward the Master’s degree in library and information science.
  • Be a student member of the American Library Association (ALA) at the time of application.
  • Have not previously received the SAA.

Additionally, applicants must submit an application package that includes a personal statement, academic transcripts, two letters of reference, and a current resume or curriculum vitae. The personal statement should describe the applicant’s career goals in library and information science, as well as their academic and professional achievements and activities.

The selection process for the SAA is highly competitive, and recipients are chosen based on academic excellence, professional promise, leadership potential, and commitment to the field of library and information science.

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