The WASA Scholarship is available to all WASA members, their families, and children.
For 2026 we will be awarding two $1,000 scholarships to incoming and current college, vocational, technical, and trade school students
6/30/2026
$ 1,000
Confirm your eligibility. You qualify if you are an employee of a WASA Member company, or the spouse or child of one. The sponsoring company must have a current, paid WASA membership for 2026. The scholarship supports incoming and current students at colleges, vocational schools, technical schools, and trade schools.
Gather your materials. Before you start the form, have the following ready:
Complete the application form. Fill out every field on the Scholarship Application Form and submit it online. Incomplete applications cannot be reviewed.
Submit before the deadline. Completed applications must be received by June 30, 2026. Recipients are announced in August 2026 and notified directly. Funds are applied toward tuition, books, and educational expenses at the recipient's chosen institution.
Tip: A thoughtful, specific personal statement makes a real difference. Tell the committee who you are, what you’re studying, and where you want to go.
The scholarship is open to WASA members, their employees, and the families and children of employees of WASA Member companies. The sponsoring company must have renewed its WASA membership for the current calendar year.
For 2026, WASA is awarding two scholarships of $1,000 each.
Scholarships can be applied to any educational program — including four-year colleges, community colleges, vocational schools, technical schools, and trade schools. Both incoming and currently enrolled students may apply.
Completed applications must be received by June 30, 2026.
No. Employees of WASA Member companies, as well as their spouses and children, are all eligible — as long as the sponsoring company’s membership is current.
No. Employees of WASA Member companies, as well as their spouses and children, are all eligible — as long as the sponsoring company’s membership is current.
Yes. Past applicants who remain eligible are welcome to apply again in a new scholarship year.
Scholarship funds are intended to support tuition, books, and educational expenses at the recipient’s chosen institution.
Call 714-502-9300 or email scholarship@wasaonline.org.
Scholarship program details may change without notice.
Behind every name on our winners list is a student building a future. The WASA Scholarship has helped recipients pursue degrees and certifications across a wide range of fields — from engineering and the skilled trades to business and the health sciences.
2025 WASA Scholarship Awardee
"Receiving the WASA Scholarship helped me focus on my studies without the constant worry of how to pay for next semester. I'm grateful to WASA and its members for investing in students like me."
2025 WASA Scholarship Awardee
"The support from WASA meant more than the funding — it was a vote of confidence as I started my program. Thank you for believing in the next generation of our industry."
Congratulations WASA 2024 Scholarship Winners:
Kirsten Funk & Zachary Raigosa
Congratulations WASA 2023 Scholarship Winners:
Macey Briones & Nielsen Lundgren
Congratulations WASA 2022 Scholarship Winners:
Madeline Chertkow & Alec Galyon
Congratulations WASA 2021 Scholarship Winners:
Lindsey Taylor & Jaydin Moses
Congratulations WASA 2020 Scholarship Winners:
Xenia Borjas & Jaydin Moses
Every WASA Scholarship is funded by the generosity of our members and supporters. Your contribution goes directly toward helping students in our industry’s extended family pursue their education — whether that’s a university degree, a technical certification, or training in a skilled trade.
Your support makes a measurable difference:
Since 2020, WASA has recognized and supported students every year, and demand continues to grow. By donating, you help ensure that a deserving student’s education is a little more within reach — and that the WASA community keeps giving back.
Have questions about giving? Contact us at 714-502-9300 or scholarship@wasaonline.org.
Complete the form above then submit.
To be eligible for review, completed applications must be received by June 30th, 2026 and Sponsoring Company must have renewed membership for the current calendar year.
The WASA Scholarship is available to its membership, their families, and children. For the 2026 Year – two $1000.00 scholarships are available.
*Scholarship program details may change without notice
Questions or Concerns?
714-502-9300 | scholarship@wasaonline.org
Thank you for your interest in donating to the WASA Scholarship. Please complete this webform and select one of three donation options. You’ll be directed to WASA’s Paypal system for payment. A PayPal account isn’t necessary! You can pay securely with a major credit card. Feel free to contact WASA Administration (admin@wasaonline.org) or 714-502-9300.
