ROCKLEDGE, FL - The Health First Foundation is now accepting scholarship applications from graduating high school seniors who are seriously interested in pursuing a degree in a healthcare-related field.

All high school students with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 are eligible to apply for a scholarship.

The Foundation scholarship applications are now accessible online at www.health-first.org/ways_to_help/scholarship.cfm Scholarships will be awarded to students from high schools in Brevard County.

Students who have been awarded a Health First Foundation Scholarship in 2009 and are continuing their studies while engaging in a medical or health-related career are encouraged to re-apply if they have maintained a GPA of 3.0.

Completed scholarship application packages must be received by the Health First Foundation no later than 4:30 pm on Friday, March 26, 2010. You can also obtain applications by calling the Health First Foundation Office at 321-868-2720.

The Health First Foundation is a proud member of the Health First family.