AWWA AL/MS Section Academic Scholarship
Funding Amount
Varies
Deadline
January 30, 2027
283 days left
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
AWWA AL/MS Section Academic Scholarship
Geographic Scope: Alabama and Mississippi
Funder: Alabama/Mississippi Section of the American Water Works Association
Overview: Scholarships for individuals interested in pursuing careers in the water works industry in Alabama and Mississippi. The program offers three distinct scholarship categories:
Scholarship Categories
- Advanced Licensure or Training: For individuals pursuing advanced licensure or training in the water works (science) field. Must be sponsored by a Water Utility or an Individual Member of the AL/MS Section of AWWA.
- Undergraduate Degree: For individuals pursuing an undergraduate degree in the water works (science) field. Must be sponsored by an Individual Member of the AL/MS Section of AWWA.
- Graduate Degree: For individuals pursuing a graduate degree in the water works (science) field. Must be sponsored by an Individual Member of the AL/MS Section of AWWA.
Eligibility
- An individual may be awarded a scholarship only once for each category (Advanced Licensure/Training, Undergraduate Degree, or Graduate Degree)
- Must be sponsored by either a Water Utility (for advanced licensure/training) or an Individual Member of the AL/MS Section of AWWA (for all categories)
Contact Information
Ms. Lindsay Wright, Executive Director
Alabama/Mississippi Section of the American Water Works Association
P.O. Box 835, Fairhope, AL 36533-0835
Phone: 334-538-4706
Email: [email protected]
How to Apply
Application Process
Deadline: January 30, 2027
Required Submission Materials
All applicants must complete and submit the following in a single packet:
1. AWWA Scholarship Packet_2026 (Application Form) - available for download
2. Resume - must include educational, licensure, and experience information
3. Personal Statement
4. Two (2) Letters of Support or Recommendation - preferably from the sponsoring utility, individual member, or academic advisor
5. For Academic Applicants Only: Transcripts of education and proof of student status
Submission Methods
- Online: Use the AWWA AL/MS Section Academic Scholarship Application link
- Email or Regular Mail: Submit application and all required documents via email to [email protected] or mail to P.O. Box 835, Fairhope, AL 36533-0835
Important Note: All applications and recommendation letters must be submitted in a single packet.
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