The Jacobs Holly A. Cornell Scholarship supports students interested in water supply and treatment who have overcome educational or economic barriers. This scholarship helps students advance their education and prepare for careers in the water industry.
Scholarship Details
- Scholarship amount of $10,000.
- Funds are paid directly to the recipient’s school via ACH
- Eligible expenses include tuition, books, lab fees, lab equipment and conference registration.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a graduate student interested in water supply and treatment
- Must have been a first-generation college graduate when entering graduate school, experienced economic disadvantage or overcome significant barriers to education
- Should be pursuing education or professional development related to a career in the water industry
Application Process
- Visit the American Water Works Association (AWWA) website to access the Water Equation Scholarships program
- Create login credentials for the AWWA application system
- Locate the Jacobs Holly A. Cornell Scholarship application
- Complete the application and provide the required information demonstrating your graduate studies, interest in water supply and treatment and eligibility
- Submit the completed application according to the program’s instructions
- Check for award notifications in March
The Jacobs Holly A. Cornell Scholarship offers a valuable opportunity for graduate students who are passionate about water supply and treatment to receive meaningful financial support. Consider applying to reduce the financial burden of graduate school and invest in your future in the water industry.
