Meridian Scholarship
Amount: Full tuition, mandatory fees, room and board
Deadline: December 1
Audience: Undergraduate (Domestic) - Freshman, Undergraduate (Illinois Resident), Undergraduate (International)
Overview
The Meridian Scholarship is our institution's most prestigious academic award. Designed for exemplary students, this scholarship covers four years of tuition, fees, housing, and meal plan, allowing recipients to focus solely on their academic and personal growth. As a Meridian Scholars, you represent the highest level of academic achievement and are a testament to our commitment to educational excellence.
Fall 2024 Criteria
Freshmen who meet the criteria for the Meridian Scholarship are encouraged to apply by December 1st. Eligibility criteria is as follows:
- 3.5+ cumulative GPA
- Meridian Supplemental Profile
- International students should contact International Admissions at intladm@siue.edu
Scholarship Process
- Apply for admission using our application.
- Submit your Meridian Scholarship supplemental profile by December 1st.
- Finalists are required to interview and participate in our institutional selection program during February 2024.
- All applicants will be notified in late January 2024 via mail of their application status.
- Early March, Finalists selected for Meridian are awarded.
First-year freshman applicants who meet the criteria and submit all required documents by December 1 will be notified of their status via mail in late January 2024.
Students interested in the Meridian Scholarship are encouraged to visit campus before December 1.
Contact
Questions about the admission process and scholarships? Connect with your admission counselor.
Undergraduate Admissions
admissions@siue.edu
800-447-SIUE
618-650-3705
Renewal
The Meridian Scholarship is renewable for up to three additional years. To renew, you must maintain:
- Actively participate in the John Martinson Honors Program
- Continuous enrollment with 12 credit hours or more
- 3.25 or higher cumulative GPA
Scholarship History
The Meridian Scholarship was established in 1978 and has a rich history. It was initially named the Chancellor's Scholarship, which was later changed to the Presidential Scholarship. In 2008, the scholarship underwent minor modifications in the selection process, and its name was permanently changed to the Meridian Scholarship.
Every year, the Meridian Scholarship attracts a large number of applicants. In 2022, for example, more than 1,100 students applied. The selection process is competitive, and applicants must meet high academic standards.
The Meridian Scholarship is a significant honor for the recipients. It not only provides financial relief, but it also acknowledges their academic excellence. The scholarship is also recognized in the wider community, helping to attract high-achieving students from different regions.
The Meridian Scholarship is a testament to SIUE's commitment to academic excellence. It is a prestigious scholarship that helps to attract and retain top students.
