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Discover $5,000 Scholarship Sweepstakes

Posted Date: February 2, 2026
Enter for a chance to win a $5,000 scholarship.

Worth the Click?

This is a classic, well-known scholarship sweepstakes with real money on the line and multiple chances to win throughout the year. The effort is super manageable — one quick entry, with an optional bonus step if you want it — and while the odds depend on how many people enter each month, someone’s getting picked every single period. If you or your student qualify, this is absolutely worth keeping on your radar.
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Total Number of Prizes: 9

Grand Prize ARV: $5,000

Total ARV of All Prizes: $60,000

Entry Frequency: Single Entry

Eligibility:

Must be a qualifying U.S. student (high school senior, GED recipient, undergraduate, or graduate) or the parent/legal guardian of an eligible student, and the winner must be able to enroll at least half-time at an eligible accredited, non-profit U.S. college or university within one year of winner confirmation.

Start Date: September 2, 2025

End Date: August 31, 2026

Prize Description:

Win a $5,000 scholarship check made payable to an eligible accredited, non-profit college or university you select.

Twelve winners are awarded across monthly entry periods, with each winner required to enroll and attend an eligible school within one year to receive the scholarship.

Perfect Match… or Hard Pass?

This is a great fit for students (or parents of students) who are planning to attend an eligible U.S. college or university and don’t mind a simple online or mail-in entry. If you’re not connected to a current or upcoming student, this one isn’t for you.
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How to Enter:

• Online entry form
• Optional bonus entry: complete the post-entry survey (limit 1 bonus entry)

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All Prizes

Prize: (12 winners) $5,000 scholarship check payable to the eligible institution of higher education selected by the winner.
ARV: $5,000

Official Rules - Click Here

Why Should You Enter:

This sweepstakes stands out because it offers recurring chances to win instead of a single one-and-done drawing. It rewards early and consistent participation without requiring daily check-ins or purchases. For eligible students or families, it’s a low-effort way to stay in the mix for meaningful scholarship money.

Before You Enter

There are twelve separate monthly drawings, each with its own winner, and non-winning entries roll over into future months. You can earn up to two entries total during the promotion, depending on how you enter. The scholarship is paid directly to the school, and winners should expect tax paperwork.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Is this sweepstakes free to enter?

Yes! There’s a free way to enter, including a no-purchase option where available, and purchases never increase your odds.

How and when will the winner be notified?

Potential winners will be notified by email and must return required verification documents within the stated timeframe to be confirmed.

Not sure what a real winner notification looks like? See real examples of actual sweepstakes winner emails on our How to Know If You Won page.

Is this sweepstakes legitimate?

Yes. This is a legitimate sweepstakes sponsored by Discover Products, Inc. and administered by Merkle, with official rules, defined scholarship prizes, and random drawings for each entry period.
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