Scholarships

A&WMA Midwest Section Scholarship

Each year, the A&WMA Midwest Section recognizes outstanding students with our annual scholarships. In 2026 we will be awarding up to $10,000 in scholarships to award recipients.

We are now accepting applications!

Applications for the A&WMA Midwest Section 2026 Scholarship are due November 15, 2026.

There are two ways to apply:

Scholarships are offered to students pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree, including high school seniors.


Eligibility Requirements

  • Membership Requirement.
    • Applicants must be either an A&WMA member, or
    • the spouse, child, or grandchild of an A&WMA member.
  • Student Eligibility.
    • High School Seniors
    • Undergraduate Students
    • Graduate Students
  • Repeat Applicants.
    • Scholarship recipients are eligible to receive a scholarship for a maximum of two years.

Selection

Applications will be evaluated by the A&WMA Midwest Section Scholarship Committee. Scholarships will be awarded in December 2026.

Funding

Scholarship funding is provided by the Midwest Section’s general funds, which are derived from membership fees, member contributions, corporate sponsorships, and event revenues.


Additional A&WMA Scholarships:

The Association also awards various scholarships and awards to students. For more information please visit:

https://www.awma.org/scholarships