Mar 2, 2011 -  MANCHESTER, CONNECTICUT – The Auxiliary of Manchester Memorial Hospital is accepting applications for scholarship funds from area students pursuing careers in a health-related profession.

Those eligible to apply are graduating high school seniors currently enrolled in an accredited medical program who reside in Andover, Bolton, Coventry, East Hartford, East Windsor, Ellington, Glastonbury, Hebron, Manchester, Marlborough, South Windsor, Tolland, Rockville, and Vernon. Eastern Connecticut Health Network employees seeking advancement in their careers, children of ECHN employees and ECHN volunteers may also apply.

Applicants will be evaluated based on the application, academic standing, financial need, and written recommendations.

For an application contact the student Guidance/Financial Aid Department at area high schools or visit ECHN’s website www.echn.org/giving. Applications must be received by April 30, 2011.