December 16, 2016
Connecticut Water is pleased to announce the availability of scholarships for high school students through two water industry professional associations, Connecticut Water Works Association (CWWA) and New England Chapter of National Association of Water Companies (NENAWC). A summary of the scholarships and application criteria and deadlines is attached.
As water professionals who are members of these organizations, Connecticut Water employees are passionate about our work in the water supply field. We know that having clean, safe water truly makes a difference in lives of people and our communities. We hope that students will consider the many areas of study they could pursue that would support the profession.
Connecticut Water is eager for students in the communities we serve to apply for these scholarships and have an opportunity to receive some financial support for their academic pursuits.
We are pleased to make this information available to you and hope college bound students will consider applying. Please visit the Connecticut Water Company web site at www.ctwater.com.
Connecticut Water Works Association Scholarship: CWWA Scholarship App 2016.pdf
Criteria:
- Applicants will be a graduating High School Senior from an accredited Connecticut High School or equivalent
- Preference will be given to applicants who are actively pursuing an approved course of study at an accredited higher education institution directly related to environmental science, water resources, public health, or the water industry.
- An academic GPA of 3.0 or higher at their high school is mandatory. The relevance and rigor of the courses taken in high school shall be considered.
New England Chapter - National Association of Water Companies Scholarship: NENAWC Documentation and Application.pdf
Criteria:
- Applicants will be a graduating High School Senior from an accredited High School or equivalent from any of the following states: Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island.
- Preference will be given to applicants who are actively pursuing an approved course of study at an accredited higher education institution directly related to drinking water, water engineering, environmental studies or waste water.
- An academic GPA of 3.0 or higher at their high school is mandatory. The relevance and rigor of the courses taken in high school shall be considered.