Apply for NEWEA scholarships
NEWEA is proud to offer scholarships to dedicated and aspiring water industry students in undergraduate and graduate levels and for individuals enrolled in continuing education/training programs. Check out previous Scholarship Recipients Essays >>
NEWEA Student Scholarship
The Scholarship Committee is pleased to offer scholarships 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.
Each year, the committee may award one to three scholarships, with a total combined value of up to $3,000. Individual award amounts will be determined based on the number and quality of applications, with each scholarship valued at a minimum of $1,000.
Qualifying Candidates include Undergraduate (associate or bachelor’s degree) and Graduate applicants, pursuing degrees in civil/environmental engineering or related sciences is preferred. The student must be enrolled at a college or university in one of the six New England states.
The scholarship recipient(s) will also receive a one-year Student membership to NEWEA.
Criteria for selection include:
- Essay
- Extracurricular activities with an emphasis on volunteer experience
- Work Experience
- Grade point average
- Recommendation letter (OPTIONAL)
Student Scholarship Applications* deadline is 3:00 PM on Friday, December 5, 2025
Only online application submissions will be accepted. Individuals are only eligible to apply for one scholarship per academic year.
*Applicants are advised to review the guidelines and sample application form information prior to online submission.
Kate Biedron Memorial Scholarship
One $3,000 award, which includes a one-year Student membership to NEWEA, will be made available to a qualifying Undergraduate applicant enrolled in a public, New England-based university in an Engineering Program.
Criteria for selection include:
- Essay
- Extracurricular activities with an emphasis on volunteer experience
- Work Experience
- Grade point average
- Recommendation letter (OPTIONAL)
Scholarship Applications* are due by 3:00pm on Friday, December 5, 2025
Only online application submissions will be accepted. Individuals are only eligible to apply for one scholarship per academic year.
*Applicants are advised to review the guidelines and sample application form information prior to online submission.
Terry Campbell Memorial Scholarship
One $3,000 award, which includes a one-year Student membership to NEWEA, will be made available to a qualifying Undergraduate applicant who is from Maine and enrolled in a public college or university in New England. Applicants must be enrolled on a full-time basis in an approved program leading to a Bachelor’s degree in the field of civil or environmental engineering. Preference will be given to students enrolled at the University of Maine Orono.
Criteria for selection include:
- Essay
- Extracurricular activities with an emphasis on volunteer experience
- Work Experience
- Grade point average
- Recommendation letter (OPTIONAL)
Scholarship Applications* are due by 3:00pm on Friday, December 5, 2025
Only online application submissions will be accepted. Individuals are only eligible to apply for one scholarship per academic year.
*Applicants are advised to review the guidelines and sample application form information prior to online submission.
Kowsz Scholarship
In order to encourage the advancement of knowledge in all aspects of water pollution control, NEWEA established the Edward A. Kowsz Memorial Scholarship. The intent of the award is to encourage the continuing education of the water and wastewater industry workforce.
One $250.00 scholarship award will be awarded by the Scholarship Committee. Applicant must be a current member of NEWEA or an affiliate member in one of the recognized New England Affiliated State Associations (ASAs) to be eligible for consideration. Please check the Kowsz Application guidelines link for more information on application requirements.
*Both online or paper application submissions will be accepted.
** Applicants are requested to contact the NEWEA office prior to submitting the funding request to confirm the availability of scholarship funds.