Museums Association of Montana

WHAT DOES THE SCHOLARSHIP COVER?

• All registration costs, including the conference, workshops, and tours.
• Travel and lodging expenses are not covered.

WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR A SCHOLARSHIP?

• Anyone with an Individual membership or listed as a member in their museum/institution's bundle.

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• Preference will be given to those who demonstrate financial need, are first-time MAM Annual Conference attendees, or are new to the museum profession.
• Scholarships are awarded on a one-time basis. Previous scholarship recipients are not eligible to apply.
• MAM board members are excluded from applying.

HOW DO I APPLY?

• The application period is open from January 1 to February 25. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
• Before you start your application, think about these questions:
• • What are your reasons for attending the annual conference? How do they fit into your personal and professional goals?
  • What is your experience with museums? Are there any special museum projects you have worked on or are currently involved in?
• Fill out our quick online application or print, complete, and mail a paper form to PO Box 1451, Helena, MT 59624 (only First Class mail accepted).
  
  APPLY ONLINE HERE
  
  Printable form: Scholarship Application.pdf

WHAT HAPPENS IF I AM AWARDED A SCHOLARSHIP?

• You will be notified of your award by March 1st. If you haven't already submitted your registration by then, it is due immediately.
• Recipients are expected to attend the entire conference. If you are awarded your scholarship based on your first-time attendee status, you are required to attend the First Timer's Orientation on Wednesday evening.
• Recipients will be introduced during the banquet on Thursday evening.

Please direct all other questions to museumsofmt@gmail.com