Summary
The Big Data Summer Immersion Program (BDSY) 2026 at Yale University offers a unique opportunity for undergraduate students interested in using big data to improve human health. This fully funded, six-week program combines disciplines such as biostatistics, statistics, engineering, epidemiology, and computer science to equip participants for careers in data-driven public health.
- 🎓 Interdisciplinary Program: BDSY is an intensive summer program at Yale combining biostatistics, statistics, engineering, epidemiology, and computer science focused on human health.
- 📊 Hands-On Learning: Students engage in real-world data analysis projects in Infectious Disease Modeling, Genomics, and Causal Inference, guided by expert faculty.
- 🧠 Core Lectures: Daily lectures cover health big data, including statistics, epidemiology, computing, and data ethics.
- 💼 Career Exposure: Journey lectures and professional development sessions introduce students to data science careers, graduate school, and networking opportunities.
- ⚖️ Data Ethics Training: Students learn responsible data use and ethical considerations in research.
- 🌐 Collaborations with Experts: Participants interact with Yale faculty from Biostatistics, Statistics, Epidemiology, Engineering, and Computer Science, along with clinical and public health researchers.
- 🏛️ Yale’s Rich Academic Environment: The program leverages Yale’s interdisciplinary strengths across multiple departments and research centers.
- 🔬 Focus on Biostatistics & Health Data: Students gain expertise in statistical genetics, causal inference, precision medicine, machine learning, and high-dimensional data analysis.
- 🏆 Global Participation: Rising juniors, seniors, and international students can apply, with scholarships and stipends available.
- 🏡 Campus Experience: Participants stay in Yale’s residential colleges and enjoy social events exploring the campus, hikes, museums, and libraries.
- 🎯 Career-Ready Skills: Graduates leave with deep knowledge of biostatistics, data science, and health informatics, prepared to contribute to data-driven healthcare innovation.
Designation
Summer Program Participant
Research Area
Big Data, Biostatistics, Health Informatics, Epidemiology
Location
Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut, USA
Eligibility/Qualification
- Must be enrolled in an undergraduate program
- Program prioritizes rising juniors and seniors, but graduating seniors may also apply
- Open to all international students, with scholarships available for non-NIH funding applicants
- No residency requirement for Connecticut; students from various states are welcome
Job Description
Participants will engage in hands-on research initiatives addressing real-world health issues through the lens of big data. The program will provide exposure to methodologies such as causal inference, statistical genetics, and bioinformatics, and participants will collaborate with leading experts from diverse fields.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should fill out the online application form and submit the following documents as a single PDF:
- Personal Statement
- Unofficial Academic Transcript
- CV/Resume
- Academic Reference Letter(s)
Official Application Link: Yale BDSY Application Portal
Last Date to Apply
March 13, 2026
This scholarship provides financial support, including free accommodation, a $1600 stipend, $750 in travel support, and a meal plan allowance, enabling participants to focus on their learning and research. Don’t miss this opportunity to advance your knowledge and skills in the exciting field of big data and health.
