If you are a BSOS student with financial need that is preventing you from taking advantage of an experiential learning opportunity, apply for BSOS Undergraduate Experience Funds.

Typical awards will fall within the $250-$500 range to offset expected costs, though some awards may be higher or lower.

Applications for Summer Experiences are now OPEN.
Eligibility Requirements
  • Submit a complete application (all questions answered). Best consideration date is May 3, 2024 @11:59 PM.  
  • Have completed at least one semester (Spring 2024 or earlier) at the University of Maryland.
  • Have at least one semester (Fall 2024 or later) left as a student at the University of Maryland.
  • Be enrolled in a BSOS major or an ENSP, NEUR, or SDSC major track housed within the BSOS College.

Additional Information:

  • Preference in selecting awardees will be given for activities where financial obstacles would likely prevent a student from participating.
  • Preference will be given for unpaid experiences in not-for-profit, government, or educational organizations, rather than in for-profit companies.
  • Experience Funds are intended to help offset expenses related to such activities, including, but not limited to: travel/transportation expenses, professional attire, software/technology or material needs not provided by employer/University but essential to the experience, conference fees, opportunity costs (loss of income from other paid employment forgone in order to participate in the student experience).
  • Students may apply for funding for more than one learning experience per application cycle, but may only receive funding for one experience.