Clean Water Scholarships

2025 Application Closed (Deadline: April 30, 2025)   The Washington Association of Sewer & Water Districts (WASWD) is pleased to offer scholarships to individuals interested in pursuing a career in the industry represented by our membership. WASWD offers a college scholarship, and a utility operator scholarship for high school graduates or others who seek technical training for operator positions. The WASWD Scholarship Fund is dedicated to Walt Canter, a long-term Commissioner of the Cedar River Water and Sewer District (1969-2017). He is considered a legend in the Sewer and Water industry in the State of Washington.  Donate Here
Eligibilty Requirements:
All Applicants: Applicants must be Washington State Resident OR Employee, Elected Official or Family member of a WASWD Member
College Scholarship Applicants Additional Minimum Requirements: Full or Part-time student Attendance at an accredited college, university, or technical school Pursuit of a degree; Associates, Bachelors, Masters or Doctorate Pursuit of a degree in management or technical training in water or wastewater industry
Utility Operator Scholarship Applicants Minimum Requirements: Must be pursuing a career in the water or wastewater industry Participation in an industry relevant training or certification program
April 30   Applications Are DUE April - June   Committee meets to review the applications, score and recommend awards to the Board of    Directors July   Board approves awards August   Checks are mailed to educational institutions September   Press release of all awards to newspapers local to WASWD & recipients
In 2024 a total of nine Scholarships were granted totaling $15,500. Scholarship funds are designated solely for tuition, textbooks, laboratory fees, and other direct educational expenses. Tuition payments are remitted directly to the educational institution.
Donations to the Walt Canter Scholarship fund extend the reach to students in need and are much appreciated.