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AWWA Scholarship Program

The AWWA Scholarship Program applications are now open.

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AWWA Scholarship Program

Congratulations

Congratulations to the 2024 AWWA Scholarship Program Recipients
$176,000 in academic scholarships for water studies:

  • AECOM | Jennifer Toney | University of Alabama at Birmingham
  • American Water | Ehsan Rajaie | The University of Texas at Arlington
  • Arcadis Diversity | Maeva Che | University of Toronto
  • Brown & Caldwell | Faezeh Pazoki | McGill University
  • Carollo Bryant L. Bench | Gabriela Ford | University of Central Florida
  • CDM Smith | Kara Cunningham | West Virginia University
  • Denver Water | Nicolle Dunn | Arizona State University
  • Dr. Abel Wolman Fellowship | Dilara Hatinoglu | University of Maine
  • Dr. James K. Edzwald Scholarship | Joseph Ladouceur | University of Ottawa
  • Dr. Philip C. Singer Scholarship | Thusitha Rathnayake | University of British Columbia
  • Gannett Fleming Forces of Change | Marc Digregorio | James Madison University
  • Hazen & Sawyer | Abigail Chapman | University of Texax
  • HDR One Water Institute | Alexandra Grant | San Diego State University
  • J & L Presidential | Cescar Kangogo | Tennessee State University
  • Jacobs Holly A. Cornell | Alexandra Sitar | Duke University
  • Larson Aquatics Research Support – Masters | Carrie Ellis | University of Rhode Island
  • Larson Aquatics Research Support – PhD | Dafne de Brito Cruz | University of Waterloo
  • Mueller Water Products | Kara Kuge | University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point
  • Mueller Water Products HBCU | Bria Nartey | Howard University
  • Neptune Technology Group | Lennox Scholl | Florida International University
  • Raftelis Leadership | Samuel Spears | Purdue University
  • Raftelis Leadership | Rachel Kennard | University of California, Davis
  • Roberts Filter Group | Matthew McGauley | Villanova University
  • Stantec | Seyed Khademi | Colorado School of Mines
  • Veolia Water & Technology Solutions | Nistha Shrestha | Howard University
  • Woodard & Curran | Nino Stea | University of Central Florida

AWWA Scholarship Program

See below for the scholarship information and download a flyer to help spread the word.

To learn about additional scholarships through local sections click here.

Now Open

Scholarship Applications Are Now Open!

Summit your application before December 20, 2024.

Click below and you will be taken to login screen. You will either need to click “Sign up” or, if you have not reset your password in the last few weeks, you will need to click “Reset password” to do so.

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Scholarships

Scholarships for Graduate Students

AECOM Scholarship

The AECOM $5,000 academic scholarship funds a graduate student pursuing an engineering degree in innovative solutions to improve drinking water in urban communities.

American Water Scholarship

Founded in 1886, American Water is the largest investor-owned U.S. water and wastewater utility company. This $5,000 scholarship provides funding to a graduate level student.

Arcadis (STEM) Scholarship

Driven by its core value to improve quality of life by building and leveraging a diverse, equitable, inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging, Arcadis offers this $5,000 scholarship award to assist graduate-level students from underrepresented racial and ethnic minority groups (Black, Latinx, American Indian or Alaska Native) in STEM fields with the potential to provide leadership in the water service industry.

AWWA Abel Wolman Fellowship

This Fellowship is named after Dr. Abel Wolman.  The endowment was established to assist highly qualified students who continue meaningful research in water supply through doctoral programs. This award of excellence recognizes those whose careers in the water sector exemplify vision, creativity, and excellent professional performance characteristic of Abel Wolman’s long and productive career. The initial award for one year is $30,000, with a second year of support available if needed.

AWWA Larson Aquatic Research Support Scholarships

AWWA administers the LARS scholarships annually to honor the memory of Dr. Thurston E. Larson. The scholarships provide support and encouragement to outstanding graduate students preparing for careers in the fields of science or engineering to which Dr. Larson made significant contributions. These endowed scholarships provide support for two students annually. For a master’s student, the funding is $5,000, and for a doctoral student, the funding is $7,000.

Carollo Engineers Bryant L. Bench Scholarship

This $10,000 scholarship was established in honor of Carollo Engineers’ Water Practice Director Bryant L. Bench, who combined elegant engineering with innovative concepts like managed filtration to improve drinking water quality for millions across the country. This scholarship is intended to assist graduate students continue pursuing their passion for water as they work toward the consulting engineering profession.

Charles “Chick” Roberts Scholarship

This $5,000 scholarship offered by Roberts Filter Group recognizes a graduate Pennsylvania student studying water technologies.

CDM Smith Thomas R. Camp Scholarship

CDM Smith honors co-founder Dr. Thomas R. Camp with this $10,000 scholarship to encourage outstanding graduate students conducting applied research in the drinking water field.

Dave Caldwell Scholarship

Established in recognition of Brown and Caldwell co-founder Dave Caldwell. This $5,000 scholarship funds a female and/or minority graduate level student pursuing an engineering degree in the drinking water field.

Denver Water Centennial Scholarship

In celebration of its over 100 year serving Colorado residents, Denver Water provides a $5,000 scholarship for any undergraduate or graduate student who has serious interest in the fields of water delivery, water quality, water reclamation or water reuse.

Dr. James K. Edzwald Award

This award was established in 2023 in honor of Dr. James K. Edzwald to recognize an outstanding graduate student pursuing research on documenting climate change effects on water quality and treatment and/or resilient treatment methods pertaining to supplies with algae, Cyanobacteria, natural organic matter, and/or contaminants of emerging concern to the drinking water industry. The scholarship will provide $3000 in these topics with preference to a graduate student whose application emphasizes career goals of serving the water field.

Dr. Philip C. Singer Scholarship

This award was established in 2020 in honor of Dr. Philip C. Singer to recognize an outstanding graduate student pursuing research on topics related to drinking water quality, environmental science, and public health. The scholarship will provide $3,000 to a student who is pursuing research that will provide actionable and timely outcomes to address current challenges faced by the water industry.

Gannett Fleming Forces of Change Scholarship

Gannett Fleming is proud to offer a $5,000 academic scholarship to an undergraduate or master’s-level engineering student who has a passion for engineering the future of the water industry. The scholarship includes the opportunity for mentoring and an internship.

There is a simple truth that underpins the importance of our outreach to you, the next generation of water professionals: you will solve the most pressing infrastructure issues of our time. We’re proud to partner with you.

Hazen & Sawyer Scholarship

Hazen and Sawyer is dedicated to helping our clients address water supply and water quality challenges with solutions tailored to deliver lasting benefits to the communities they serve.

The $10,000 Hazen and Sawyer Scholarship will be awarded annually to a graduate level candidate who reflects these values, and is committed to leading the industry by advancing solutions to today’s most pressing challenges in the fields of drinking water, water reuse, and water resources.

HDR One Water Institute Scholarship

HDR’s One Water Institute drives water innovations through collaborative research. Its namesake scholarship provides $10,000 in funding to assist a graduate student work towards a degree that will support their career as a consultant in the water industry.

J&L Presidential Scholarship

The J & L Presidential Scholarship offered by the Jacangelo Family aims to support and grow relationships with promising graduate students attending a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) who have an interest in a career with a service provider or utility with a major in engineering, science, public health, or technology for the water community. Students with diverse backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to apply. A $5000 scholarship will be offered to one student. Criteria for selection will be based on financial need, academic excellence, career goals, and interest in the water community. Final candidates will be required to submit proof of financial need.

Jacobs Holly A. Cornell Scholarship

The Holly A. Cornell Scholarship created in 1990 and sponsored by Jacobs, honors CH2M Hill co-founder Holly A. Cornell to encourage and support outstanding female and/or minority students pursuing advanced training as a graduate student in the field of water supply and treatment. This scholarship is in the amount of $10,000.

Stantec Scholarship

Stantec sponsors this $10,000 scholarship to assist a student enrolled in a research-based program (Masters or Ph.D.) in the area of water treatment science and engineering.

Woodard & Curran Scholarship

This annual scholarship awards $5,000 to members of historically marginalized communities, such as women and/or Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), pursuing a graduate degree or higher, as a means of advancing gender and racial equity in the water industry.

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Scholarships

Scholarships for Undergraduate Students

Charles “Chick” Roberts

This $5,000 scholarship offered by Roberts Filter Group recognizes an undergraduate Pennsylvania student studying water technologies.

Denver Water Centennial Scholarship

In celebration of its over 100 year serving Colorado residents, Denver Water provides a $5,000 scholarship for any undergraduate or graduate student who has serious interest in the fields of water delivery, water quality, water reclamation, or water reuse.

Gannett Fleming Forces of Change

Gannett Fleming is proud to offer a $5,000 academic scholarship to an undergraduate or master’s-level engineering student who has a passion for engineering the future of the water industry. The scholarship includes the opportunity for mentoring and an internship.

There is a simple truth that underpins the importance of our outreach to you, the next generation of water professionals: you will solve the most pressing infrastructure issues of our time. We are proud to partner with you.

Mueller Continuing Education Scholarship

Mueller Water Products Continuing Education scholarship awards $5,000 to an undergraduate student who is employed by a water utility.

Mueller HBCU Scholarship

This $5,000 scholarship offered by Mueller Water Products awards an undergraduate student enrolled in an accredited and recognized historically black college or university pursuing a career that benefits the water sector.

Neptune Technology Group Scholarship

Neptune Technology Group Inc. supports a $5,000 scholarship for an undergraduate student seeking a degree in mechanical, electrical, computer, or software engineering.

Raftelis Leadership Scholarship

Raftelis offers two leadership scholarships to undergraduate or graduate students interested in a consulting career. The Raftelis Leadership Scholarships were established with the goal of supporting and growing relationships with promising students who have an interest in becoming problem solvers for local governments and municipal water utilities. Students with diverse backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to apply.

The successful applicants will have proven leadership ability and strong academic achievement. Although a specific major is not required, students who have a major in business, finance, communications, public affairs, economics, marketing, and government relations are aligned with the types of majors many of our employees have. Above all, we are looking for well-rounded students with initiative and experience that they would like to share with our company and our clients.

Scholarship recipients will each receive a $5000 award toward a college education, a match with a mentor from a Raftelis office, and the potential for an internship in a Raftelis office.

Veolia Water Technologies & Solutions Vernon D. Lucy III Scholarship

The Vernon D. Lucy III Scholarship was established to honor his lengthy career and involvement in the water industry and many years of mentorship to young industry professionals. This $5000 award is offered to undergraduate students interested in working in the water sector.

 

Scholarships

Diversity Scholarships

Arcadis (STEM) Scholarship

Driven by its core value to improve quality of life by building and leveraging a diverse, equitable, inclusive workplace, and a culture of belonging, Arcadis offers this $5,000 scholarship award to assist graduate-level students from underrepresented racial and ethnic minority groups (Black, Latinx, American Indian, or Alaska Native) in STEM fields with the potential to provide leadership in the water service industry.

Dave Caldwell Scholarship

Established in recognition of Brown and Caldwell co-founder Dave Caldwell. This $5,000 scholarship funds a female and/or minority graduate level student pursuing an engineering degree in the drinking water field.

J&L Presidential Scholarship

The J & L Presidential Scholarship offered by the Jacangelo Family aims to support and grow relationships with promising graduate students attending a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) who have an interest in a career with a service provider or utility with a major in engineering, science, public health, or technology for the water community. Students with diverse backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to apply. A $5,000 scholarship will be offered to one student. Criteria for selection will be based on financial need, academic excellence, career goals, and interest in the water community. Final candidates will be required to submit proof of financial need.

Mueller HBCU Scholarship

This $5,000 scholarship offered by Mueller Water Products awards an undergraduate student enrolled in an accredited and recognized historically black college or university pursuing a career that benefits the water sector.

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One AWWA Operator Scholarship

The One AWWA Operator Scholarship offers water and wastewater operators funding for continuing education, certification, training, and conference attendance through AWWA Water Equation’s partnership with local AWWA Sections. Scholarships are available throughout the year and payable to the educational institution.

If you are operator click the Apply Now. If you are Section click here to request reimbursement.

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