Meridian Scholarship

Other eligibility requirements

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

Meridian Scholars also become members of the John Martinson Honors Program and participate fully in its distinctive curriculum and co-curricular experiences.

Fall 2027 Criteria and Application

• Incoming first-year student beginning at SIUE in fall 2027
• Minimum 3.5 cumulative high school GPA