Award Amount: $5,000 Renewable

Ellen B. Fuhr Scholarship for Jewish Women at Hunter College

Eligible: Female-identifying current undergraduate first-years, sophomores, or juniors at Hunter College

Ellen B. Fuhr is committed to empowering young Jewish women by helping them navigate challenges she knows firsthand. Through her experiences as a young Jewish student, she displayed resilience, determination, and overcame significant challenges. Grateful for the impact that Hunter College had on her journey, she is dedicated to empowering Jewish women to reach their potential. In honor of this mission, she has established this scholarship with ºÚÁÏ´«ËÍÃÅ to support and uplift future leaders. Eligible applicants must self-identify as Jewish women and attend Hunter College, with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and a proven record of leadership, entrepreneurship, or volunteerism within their campus or local community. Previous attendance ºÚÁÏ´«ËÍÃÅ events is NOT a requirement for this scholarship.

Ellen B. Fuhr Scholarship for Jewish Women at Hunter College FAQs

The Ellen B. Fuhr Scholarship for Jewish Women at Hunter College closes on March 3, 2025 at 11:59 PM EST.

Yes! You can apply to as many scholarships as you are eligible for. Students who are eligible for this scholarship may also be eligible for the Behrman Campus Leadership Award and the Frimer First Generation Student Scholarship

That’s okay! We encourage any and all Jewish students at these campuses who are otherwise eligible to apply. Hillel involvement on campus is not a requirement of this scholarship.

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