The Saluki Perseverance Scholarship is open to undergraduate students who have demonstrated the power of perseverance in overcoming adverse circumstances to pursue a college degree. The recipient must have successfully completed at least one year of education at a community college or SIU as a full-time student and must have demonstrated financial need by submitting the FAFSA. The office of the Dean of Students or other campus office or organization will refer the applicant. Special consideration will be given to students who have completed the word essay. Preference shall be shown to applicants who are first-generation college students. Please visit the scholarship's website for more information.