The experiential component of the program for residential students is a paid internship working in the Gallagher Law Library, which is part of the UW School of Law. During the internship, law librarianship students will be trained in a variety of operational aspects and special projects in the law library to make transitioning to the profession and work environments easier.   

Financial Aid 

The structure of financial aid, scholarships and other forms of educational support for graduate students works differently than what you experienced as an undergraduate. The good news: Aid is available for graduate school. The challenge: You need to be more proactive in researching the types of funds available and searching through a variety of funding sources.  

Learn more about the sources available to help fund your education: 

Helpful Tips for Finding Aid 

Don’t wait until you are admitted to search and apply for funding. Scholarship deadlines tend to be in mid-winter. You may not have your admissions decisions by the time deadlines occur. 

Do your research! Look for funding that will match your specific goals, background and interests. 

Submit the FAFSA through the Federal Student Aid Office. Most loans are based on the FAFSA, as are some scholarships. The priority deadline to submit the FAFSA for the UW is Jan. 15 each year. 

Ask for an adjustment. Financial aid for the first year is based on your income from the previous year. Once you start school, you will probably not have the same income level if you’re no longer working or working fewer hours. When your employment status changes, contact UW Financial Aid and update them on your income. Also, let them know if you need to buy any items (such as a new computer) to support your studies. These items can also help increase your financial aid. 

Scholarships 

AALL Scholarships 
Scholarships for individuals pursuing Law Librarianship. 
Amount: Varies 
Approximate Deadline: April 1