Coming Soon: The 2026 Ellen B. Fuhr Scholarship Recipients
Each year, the Ellen B. Fuhr Scholarship uplifts and empowers Jewish women at Hunter College who demonstrate academic excellence, strong Jewish identity, and a commitment to community. In 2026, we are proud to honor three remarkable students whose voices, leadership, and dreams reflect the very heart of this scholarship.
Who’s eligible?
Eligible applicants must:
Self-identify as Jewish women and attend Hunter College
Have a minimum GPA of 3.0
Have proven record of leadership, entrepreneurship, or volunteerism within their campus or local community
Previous attendance at Hillel events is NOT a requirement for this scholarship
By Hillel International
When Ellen Fuhr attended Hunter College as a first-generation college student in the 1960s, the institution was still over a decade away from charging tuition.
“It was a city college, and it was free,” Fuhr recalled. “And if it wasn’t free, I wouldn’t be going to college. There was no way my parents could afford any tuition.”… Read more →