Meridian Scholarship

The Meridian Scholarship is the University's highest academic honor. Open to students with a 3.5 GPA or higher, it recognizes proven achievement and the potential for future impact in academics, experiences, and civic engagement. Meridian Scholars receive:

Full tuition for 8 undergraduate semesters
Required student fees and course related fees
On-campus housing and a traditional meal plan
Automatic admission to SIUE's John Martinson Honors Program

Fall 2026 Criteria

A complete application includes the SIUE admission application and the Meridian Scholarship application.