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)”

Ready to be a Changemaker?