IOBA Scholarship
Forecasted
The IOBA Scholarship from Rare Book School funds IOBA members to study rare books and bibliography at top rare book education programs.
Funder: Rare Book School
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Two annual scholarships; covers tuition at Rare Book School, California Rare Book School, or London Rare Books School (exact amount set by IOBA)
Summary: Supports IOBA members with tuition scholarships for rare book education programs; administered entirely by IOBA.
Key Information: Must be an IOBA member and apply directly to IOBA; not part of Rare Book School’s internal scholarship system.
Description
The IOBA Scholarship is an external award established by the Independent Online Booksellers Association (IOBA) to support professional development in the rare book field. Each year, IOBA offers two scholarships for its members, which can be applied toward tuition at Rare Book School, California Rare Book School, or London Rare Books School. The program is designed to empower rare book professionals by facilitating access to leading educational opportunities. All aspects of the scholarship—including eligibility, application requirements, and selection—are managed by IOBA, not Rare Book School.
