The AWWA Abel Wolman Fellowship was established in 1984, named after Dr. Abel Wolman, to support highly qualified students pursuing meaningful research in water supply through doctoral programs. The award is offered to those whose careers in the water sector exemplify the vision, creativity, and excellent professional performance characteristic of Wolman’s long and productive career.
The Abel Wolman Fellowship helps students in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico who are pursuing advanced training and research in the field of water supply and treatment. The Fellowship provides up to two years of support, awarded every year to the most outstanding student. The initial award for one year is $30,000.
AWWA Abel Wolman Fellowship 2025 – Overview
| Application Open Date | October 1, 2025 |
| Application Deadline | December 20, 2025 |
| Eligible Grades | Doctorate |
| Amount | $30,000 |
| Award Winners | 1 |
| Areas of Study | Water Works |
| Country | United States Canada Mexico |
| Apply Now | Click Here |
Eligibility:
Scholarship applicants will be evaluated on the following criteria:
- Students attending universities in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
Application Requirements:
Here’s what you must submit besides your application.
- Recommendation letters
How to apply:
- Visit the official website
- The ‘AWWA Abel Wolman Fellowship 2025’ application form page will open.
- Click on the ‘Start Application’ button.
- Fill out the online scholarship application form with the required details.
- Upload the required documents.
- Click on the ‘Submit’ button
- Your application is submitted.
Selection Criteria:
The selection committee will consider the quality of answers provided in the candidate’s application forms as well as the recommendation letters provided by references. Applicant must provide three recommendation letters, one of which must be from their dissertation advisor. Candidates will be selected on the basis of academic and professional merit, creativity, passion, and commitment to the chosen field.
