Niche $50,000 No Essay Scholarship

Woodard and Curran Scholarship

Scholarship List Amount Amount:
$5,000
Calendar Deadline:
November 06, 2026
Stack Star Awards Available:
Varies
Eligibility Criteria:
Financial Aid Status
Selected Major(s)
Current Year in School
Age
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Scholarship Description

The Woodard and Curran Scholarship supports students focused on drinking water, industrial water, municipal wastewater, stormwater management, water resources, or water reuse. Preference is given to students who have experienced economic disadvantage or overcome significant barriers to education.

Scholarship Details

  • Amount is $5,000
  • Scholarship funds are paid directly to the school via ACH
  • Eligible expenses include tuition, books, lab fees, lab equipment and conference registration

Eligibility Criteria

  • Must be an undergraduate or graduate student
  • Must demonstrate a focus on drinking water, industrial water, municipal wastewater, flood mitigation and stormwater, water resources or water reuse
  • Demonstrate financial need or significant barriers to education

Application Process

  1. Visit the American Water Works Association website and locate the Water Equation Scholarships program
  2. Create login credentials for the AWWA application system
  3. Review the Woodard and Curran Scholarship requirements and prepare the necessary application materials
  4. Complete and submit the scholarship application according to the instructions provided by AWWA
  5. Monitor communications from AWWA for an award decision, which is expected to be announced in March

The Woodard and Curran Scholarship offers a valuable opportunity to help fund your education while preparing for a meaningful career in the water industry. If your studies focus on water quality, wastewater management, stormwater solutions or water resource conservation, this award can help reduce the financial burden of pursuing your degree.