The scholarship committee is pleased to offer scholarships for both environmental field related majors and for non related majors. Three $3000 scholarships will be awarded.  Criteria for selection include:

1. Essay
2. Voluntary effort and non-curricular activities
3. Grade point average
4. Letters of recommendation

NEWEA’s objective is to encourage and to provide incentive for capable and motivated individuals to continue their studies in the advancement of their water environment protection skills, and to enhance and promote the quality of their performance as environmental professionals.

Scholarship Applications for 2012 are closed.

• Scholarship Application for Majors 
• Scholarship Application for Non Majors 

In order to encourage the advancement of knowledge in all aspects of water pollution control, NEWEA established the Edward A. Kowsz Memorial Scholarship. Successful applicants are eligible for reimbursement of tuition, registration and other related costs associated with training or coursework in wastewater treatment, collection, disposal, management, or other relevant topics. Scholarships usually average $300 per application, but may vary depending on the number of requests.

Scholarships may be awarded for courses at accredited colleges, universities, or technical/specialty schools or for self-study training programs as approved by the Scholarship Committee. Applicants must be a NEWEA member or a member of any of the six Affiliated State Associations for at least two years to be eligible.
 

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