Jeffrey D. Ralston Memorial Scholarship
Funding Amount
$2,000 or more
Deadline
February 1, 2027
290 days left
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Jeffrey D. Ralston Memorial Scholarship
Purpose: Supports new and developing professionals pursuing careers in underground infrastructure and trenchless technology through higher education.
Geographic Scope: United States
Focus Areas: Underground infrastructure industry, trenchless technology, wastewater systems, sewer service industry
- Must be a currently enrolled college student
- Must be either: - A relative or dependent of an active NASSCO member, OR - Have worked actively in the underground infrastructure industry and be sponsored by an active NASSCO member
- Must have earned a minimum 3.0 GPA
- Must be seeking a career in the underground infrastructure industry
- Must provide a letter of recommendation
Eligibility
- Ethics
- Leadership
- Scholarship/academic performance
- Working experience in the sewer service industry
- Career aspirations
Evaluation Criteria
Applicants evaluated on:- Amount: $2,000 or more awarded according to merit
- Deadline: February 1st
Award Details
Status
Annual scholarship programContact
NASSCO 5285 Westview Drive | Suite 202 Frederick, MD 21703 301-624-2400How to Apply
Application Process
1. Verify Eligibility
- Confirm current enrollment as college student
- Verify relationship to active NASSCO member OR work history in industry and sponsorship
- Confirm minimum 3.0 GPA
2. Gather Required Materials
- Letter of recommendation (required)
- Academic transcripts showing 3.0+ GPA
- Documentation of career goals in underground infrastructure
- Work experience details (if applicable)
- Sponsor information (if applicable)
3. Submit Application
- Apply through the NASSCO website link provided
- Include all required documentation
- Address evaluation criteria (ethics, leadership, scholarship, experience, aspirations)
4. Application Deadline
- Submit by February 1st each year
5. Evaluation & Award
- Merit-based selection
- Winners notified after deadline
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