Discover
Scholarship Program
The
Discover Scholarship Program awards up to $300,000 in scholarships
annually to high school juniors nationwide to support continued
education and training beyond high school. Since 1991, Discover
has awarded nearly $16 million in scholarships to over 6,000 students.
Who
is eligible to apply? Any current high school junior who:
Has at least a 2.75
cumulative grade point average on a 4.0 scale for 9th and 10th
grades; and Demonstrates accomplishments in community service
and leadership and has faced a significant roadblock or challenge.
How may scholarships
be used? Scholarships may be used for any type of post-high school
education or training, certification, licensing, two- or four-year
trade and technical education or a two- or four-year college degree.
Deadline:
Usually in January
Award
Amount:
$30,000
Website/Contact
Info:
www.discoverfinancial.com/community/scholarship.shtml
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