Each year through the Stephen K. Hall ACWA Water Law & Policy Scholarship Program, ACWA awards one scholarship to a qualified graduate student. Beginning with the 2019-’20 scholarship cycle, the annual scholarship amount was increased to $10,000.
Scholarship Details
- One scholarship awarded annually
- $10,000 scholarship award for the academic year
- Funds applied directly to tuition and fees
- Award may be rescinded if scholarship terms are not met
Eligibility Criteria
- Enrollment at an accredited public or private United States college or university
- Pursuing a graduate degree such as a master’s degree, doctoral degree, or law degree
- Graduate program focused on water law, water policy, or public administration with a concentration in water resources
- Commitment to full-time enrollment for the entire academic year
- Demonstrated motivation toward a career in water resources management
Application Process
- Review the Stephen K. Hall ACWA Water Law and Policy Scholarship guidelines
- Complete the online scholarship application for the coming academic year
- Submit official transcripts from all colleges attended
- Provide two to three current letters of recommendation
- Write and submit an essay of no more than 1,000 words responding to the scholarship prompt
- Confirm commitment to full-time enrollment for the academic year
Please review the Stephen K. Hall ACWA Water Law & Policy Scholarship Guidelines thoroughly before completing the scholarship application. Applicants who do not meet the minimum eligibility requirements will not be considered.