Applications are now open for the 2026 Big Data Summer Immersion (BDSY) at Yale. This is a six-week summer program at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut, USA. The program is fully funded and runs from June 15 to July 24, 2026. The program is open to both international and US students. It focuses on using big data to improve human health. Students will learn from various disciplines, including biostatistics, engineering, epidemiology, and computer science, to solve real-world health data problems. By joining the Big Data Summer Immersion Program, you will understand what a career in biostatistics is like and gain skills to help shape the future of data-driven healthcare and public health. More details are provided below.
Details About BDSY Summer Program 2026
- Host Country: USA
- Location: Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut
- Duration: 6 Weeks
- Dates: June 15th to July 24th, 2026
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 13th March 2026
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Financial Benefits
The program covers:
- Free Accommodation
- $1600 stipend
- Up to $750 in travel support
- $750 Meal Plan Allowance
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Program Focus
- Advanced Methods: Delve deeply into complex topics like statistical genetics, bioinformatics, and causal inference.
- Real-World Impact: Work on research projects with renowned experts in public health, medicine, engineering, and statistics.
- World-Class Faculty: Gain access to Yale’s renowned reputation, elite mentorship, and extensive educational resources.
- Broad Academic Scope: Explore diverse fields like biostatistics, statistics, data science, and health informatics.
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Eligibility Criteria
- Undergraduate students can apply.
- Graduating seniors can also apply, but the program generally prioritizes students entering their junior or senior year.
- International students can also apply, but only a few non-NIH funded scholarships are available to them.
- Students from any U.S. state can apply — you don’t need to live in Connecticut.
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Required Documents
- Academic Reference Letter(s)
- CV/Resume
- Personal Statement
- Unofficial Transcripts
Note: The program requires you to combine your CV/Resume, Personal Statement, and Unofficial Transcripts into a single PDF file for the upload.
How to Apply?
Applicants can apply online from the official website. The link is given below.
