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The Joseph Murphy Scholarship

New England Water Works Association

The Joseph Murphy Scholarship is awarded to undergraduate or graduate student pursuing major in Civil engineering, environmental engineering, or a related science program or business program. Applicants must be member of New England Water Works Association

Key Information

Eligibility Requirements

  • Age/Grade Level:
    Scholarship Committee expects to award the following scholarships on an annual basis to students seeking undergraduate or graduate degrees
  • Financial Need:
    Required
  • Residence:
    Applicants must reside in New England (or attend a college/university in New England to qualify.)
  • College:
    Civil engineering, environmental engineering, or a related science program or business program applicable to public water supply at an accredited collegeAttend a college/university in New England to qualify. (or Applicants must reside in New England )
  • Major/Career:
    Civil engineering, environmental engineering, or a related science program or business program applicable to public water supply at an accredited college
  • Organization:
    Applicants must be members of NEWWA

Application Details

  • Transcript:
    Required
  • Resume/Activity List:
    Required
  • Essay:
    A one-page (maximum) statement of educational plans and career objectives demonstrating how these plans are beneficial to water works practice in New England
  • Recommendation Letters:
    Two letters of recommendation (one must be from a teacher/professor; the second may be from a teacher/professor or professional reference such as an employer)
  • Other Materials:
    Copy of FAFSA (Free Applications for Federal Student Aid) confirmation

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