AWWA Academic Achievement Awards

Applicable For:

Undergraduate Students

Max Award Amount:

$3,000

Application Deadline:

01/10/2023

About This Scholarship

The American Water Works Association (AWWA) Academic Achievement Awards are scholarship programs that recognize outstanding academic achievements by undergraduate and graduate students pursuing degrees in fields related to water resources.The AWWA offers several different academic achievement awards, including:

Abel Wolman Fellowship: This fellowship provides financial support to graduate students who are pursuing advanced studies in water supply and treatment. The fellowship awards $5,000 to one recipient each year.
AWWA Academic Achievement Award: This award is given to undergraduate and graduate students who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievements in the fields of water resources or environmental studies. The award includes a $5,000 scholarship.
AWWA West Yost Scholarship: This scholarship is open to undergraduate students who are pursuing a degree in a field related to water supply and treatment. The scholarship awards $5,000 to one recipient each year.
AWWA Larson Aquatic Research Support Scholarship: This scholarship is open to graduate students who are conducting research in the area of aquatic science or engineering. The scholarship awards $5,000 to one recipient each year.

Eligibility Criteria For AWWA Academic Achievement Awards

The eligibility criteria for AWWA (American Water Works Association) Academic Achievement Awards may vary slightly depending on the specific award, but typically include the following:

Applicants must be members of AWWA, either as a student member or a regular member.
Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited academic program at a college or university in the United States or Canada, pursuing a degree in a field related to the water industry (such as environmental engineering, civil engineering, chemistry, or biology).
Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent).
Applicants must have completed at least one academic term of study towards their degree.
Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to the water industry and a desire to pursue a career in the field.