Thank you for your interest in Brown and Caldwell's Scholarship Program!

Please be sure to review all the eligibility guidelines for the Eckenfelder scholarship, and then prepare the required documents you will need to submit before continuing with the application process.
 
Eckenfelder Scholarship
Dr. Wesley Eckenfelder, Jr.'s career as an environmental trailblazer spanned more than 50 years, during which time he trained thousands of graduate students and professionals in the science and art of industrial wastewater treatment.
 
The scholarship provides:
  • To honor his dedication to the environmental industry, we offer a $5,000 Dr. Wesley Eckenfelder, Jr. Scholarship to support students who are interested in pursuing a career in the environmental profession.

Criteria

Candidates for the Brown and Caldwell Eckenfelder Scholarship Program must be:
  • A United States citizen or permanent resident.
  • A full-time student enrolled in his/her Junior, Senior year or graduate program at an accredited college/university.
  • Declared major in civil, chemical, mechanical, electrical or environmental engineering or one of the environmental sciences (e.g. geology, hydrogeology, ecology).
  • Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent on a 5.0 scale).

Required Documents
  • All candidates must submit with a completed application:
  • A resume.
  • An essay of 250 words minimum, "Tell us about a personal experience that influenced your decision to focus on environmental studies."
  • Two written recommendations, with at least one from a university official (e.g. advisor, professor).
  • An official transcript of your academic record.
Scholarship funds may only be used for university/college billed expenses such as tuition.

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* 1. Contact Information

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* 2. Student ID#

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* 4. Expected Graduation Date

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* 5. Intended Major

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* 6. Cumulative GPA

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* 7. Name of School

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* 8. High School Counselor or College Academic Advisor Contact Information

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* 9. Attach a short essay (500 words maximum) on the topic: "Tell  us about a personal experience that influenced your decision to focus on environmental studies."

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* 10. Attach a Current Resume.

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* 11. Letter of Recommendation 1 of 2
*note - you must have 2 letters of recommendation for a complete application. 

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* 12. Letter of Recommendation (2 of 2)

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* 13. I cannot upload a copy of my recommendation(s). I or my references will mail paper copies or electronically. (Must be postmarked by April 15, 2019)

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* 14. I cannot upload a copy of my official transcripts. I will mail a paper copy or send an electronic version of my official transcripts.  (Must be postmarked by  April 15, 2019)

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