How Do I Apply?
Please attend a SUDIF information session for more information about the program and the application process. (Attendance at information sessions is not mandatory to apply)·
SUDIF INFORMATION SESSIONS
Information Sessions (Online):
Monday, Dec. 8th, 2025 at 12:15pm and 5:15pm
Monday, Jan. 12th, 2026 at 12:15pm and 5:15pm
Tuesday Feb. 17th, 2026 at 12:15pm and 5:15pm
Tuesday, Mar. 10th, 2026, at 12:15pm and 5:15pm
If you would like to attend an upcoming information session to learn more about BHWISE fellowships, please email your request to attend to BHWISE@SSW.UMARYLAND.EDU and you will receive a link to join via email.
Application Process
Application Period Opens 11/1/2025 - 3/31/2026
Priority Deadline: February 15, 2026
The following application materials must be submitted NO LATER THAN March 31, 2026 (11:59pm)
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS: Download the files to your computer first; complete the forms, then attach your saved files to your application. **MAC users should not use Preview to complete their application as it results in us getting a blank document.**
To be eligible for BHWISE SUDIF, you cannot be enrolled in any other fellowship programs (e.g., International Practicum placement, Child Welfare Fellowship, SUDWE).
To complete your scholarship application:
o SUDIF Student Application
o SUDIF Student Essay
o Resume (including education and all relevant volunteer and work experience)
o *One Professional/Academic Reference (returned directly to fellowship committee)
o Interview (scheduled by fellowship committee after review of documents)
*Share this link (https://forms.office.com/r/xb8LusdQ2f) with your recommender. References are submitted via email directly to BHWISE@ssw.umaryland.edu.
SUDIF Reference Letter (PRIORITY Deadline: 2/15/2026; FINAL Deadline: 3/31/2026. Reference form should be returned directly to fellowship committee at BHWISE@SSW.UMARYLAND.EDU. Applicants should not submit their reference form)”