Holly Hunt Health Education Scholarship (CHHD)

Fall 2026: 2026-2027 Academic Year Award

The Holly Hunt Health Education Scholarship is awarded to two of the most qualified undergraduate students in the Health Sciences area with an interest in Health Education. Applicant must be currently enrolled in the major and registered in at least nine units of undergraduate coursework. Selection is based on academic achievement, evidence of financial need, contributions to the community and commitment to the academic field. The Holly Hunt Health Education Scholarship was established in 2006 by Holly’s siblings, Beryl Loughlin, Ronald Hunt and his wife, Joyce, in loving memory of Holly Hunt, a CSUN alumna (1979, ‘80’).

Eligibility Criteria

• Must be an undergraduate student pursuing a degree in the Health Science Department.
• Must be currently enrolled in a Health Sciences major and registered in at least 9 units of undergraduate coursework
• Must be in senior standing, graduating Spring 2027.
• Must have an undergraduate GPA greater than or equal to 3.0.
• Must have a FAFSA or California Dream Act application on file for the current academic year
• Request one letter of recommendation via the myMatador Scholarships Portal.
• Submit a copy of current Degree Progress Report (DPR)
• If selected, the student must submit a thank you letter to the donor, a headshot and brief bio for the scholarship committee.

Should you have questions regarding this scholarship opportunity, please contact Bethany Wexler Rainisch, Ph.D., M.P.H. at bethany.rainisch@csun.edu

Please note: If you are receiving Financial Aid (including loans), your financial aid award(s) may be adjusted if you receive a scholarship amount that exceeds your financial aid total limit. Speak to a financial aid counselor during walk-in hours to get a detailed overview about your individual situation.