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William J. Galaway Library and Information Science Scholarship

Updated: Jan 8

Supporting students pursuing a career in public and school libraries.


Applicants must:

- Currently reside in Boone, Ogle, Stephenson, or Winnebago County;

- Intend to major in library and information science or related field;

- Intend to pursue a career as a school or public librarian; and

- Attend a four-year college or university in the upcoming school year.


Specifications:

Academic performance will be given high priority consideration in the selection process.

Priority may be given to applicants who have work or volunteer experience in a school or public library.



This scholarship is administered by the Community Foundation of Northern Illinois (CFNIL). CFNIL's scholarship application opens December 1 and closes February 1 every year. Learn more about CFNIL's scholarship program and application process at www.cfnil.org/scholarships

Questions about this scholarship? Contact CFNIL at scholarships@cfnil.org



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