Chapter Stipend Program
Bi-Annual Stipend Program for Continuing Education and Training
Was your training budget reduced? Want to attend a conference, seminar, certificate course, or take an eLearning class? The Chicago Metro Chapter wants ANY member or employee of a member agency to apply for a stipend that could fund their class, seminar, certificate, training program, etc. and will help with professional growth and development in our public works field.
This new focus for our Chapter program (now offered 2x per year) aims to support APWA members and employees at all levels through reimbursements for endeavors in training, credentialing and continuing education in a variety of non-degree programs.
Deadline is TBD.
| Fall 2025 IPSI Scholarships Now Available!
🎓 Apply Now for Fall 2025 IPSI Scholarships! The Chicago Metro Chapter is now accepting scholarship applications for the Fall 2025 session of the Illinois Public Service Institute (IPSI), scheduled for October 5–10, 2025 in Effingham, IL. This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone interested in advancing their leadership and professional development in public service. All are welcome to apply! 🗓 Application Deadline: August 1, 2025 If you have any questions, please reach out to Jeff Maczko or Marc Grigas, Chapter Scholarship Committee Co-Chairs. 👉 Don’t miss your chance to grow, connect, and lead—apply today! |
If you have any questions concerning the stipend applications, you may contact the APWA Chapter Scholarship Committee Co-Chairs: Marc Grigas marc.grigas@strand.com and Jeff Maczko Jeff.Maczko@mbakerintl.com
PWX 2025 Stipend Program
The APWA Chicago Metro Chapter wants to send you to PWX in Chicago, on August 17th–20th, to experience your career in a whole new way!
Application materials DUE date is TBD.
The 2025 PWX Stipend Application available soon.
Branch Scholarship Programs
City
APWA has established a Mission to promote professional excellence; understanding of and competency and credibility in public works. To fulfill our Mission, the City Branch of the Chicago Metropolitan Chapter of the American Public Works Association is sponsoring the Dr. Emil Nigro, P.E., Memorial Scholarship for:
Candidates pursuing a degree in a Public Works related field of study
Employees of Public Works agencies that are pursuing continuing education (non-degree programs)
Check back here in 2023!
The City Branch of the Chicago Metropolitan Chapter of the American Public Works Association is also sponsoring the Chicago Engineers Foundation Incentive Awards 2023 Scholarship for:
Any graduating high school senior currently living OR going to high school within the boundaries of the city of Chicago
Check 2023 Applications – Chicago Engineers Foundation for application process and key dates.
Fox Valley
In line with our exempt purpose, the APWA has established a Mission to promote professional excellence; understanding of and competency and credibility in public works. This Mission is further served by delivering technical workshops, seminars, educational conferences, trade shows and credentialing combined with the offering of educational scholarships to further support students working towards an undergraduate or graduate degree in a public works-related field.
To fulfill our Mission, the Chicago Metro Chapter – Fox Valley Branch (Branch) of the American Public Works Association is sponsoring a scholarship program for Candidates Pursuing a Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or Public Works Related Field.
Lake
Scholarship opportunities for the Lake Branch can be found here.
Southwest
APWA has established a Mission to promote professional excellence; understanding of and competency and credibility in public works.
To fulfill our Mission, the Southwest Branch of the Chicago Metropolitan Chapter of the American Public Works Association is sponsoring scholarships for students pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or Public Works Management.
2025 SW Branch Scholarship Application. Deadlines: May 9th (for Fall 2025) and November 7th (for Spring 2026)
Suburban
The Suburban Branch of APWA Chicago Metro Chapter is once again offering Professional Development and Full-Time Student scholarships. Professional Development scholarships will be awarded to individuals who work in the public works field and are employed by APWA Suburban Branch member organizations. Professional Development scholarships help individuals who are improving their public works knowledge, by providing financial assistance which may or may not be covered by their employer. Full-Time Student scholarships will go to individuals who plan to study a public works-related field and either live within the Suburban Branch geographic boundaries or are employed by an APWA Suburban Branch member organization.
