Riverwoods , IL , June 22, 2009 – Discover Financial Services recently announced the 10 winners of the Discover® Scholarship Program Award. Each winner will receive a $30,000 award.

Winners were selected based on overall excellence in the areas of leadership and community service while successfully overcoming a hardship or challenge. They also maintained a minimum 2.75 cumulative grade point average to qualify.

While most programs are geared toward high school seniors, Discover focuses on juniors which gives them an additional year to prepare for their advanced education and make career plans. Winners come from all parts of the country and have diverse backgrounds. Read More