Yale School of Public Health is currently accepting applications for The Big Data Summer Immersion at Yale (BDSY) Summer Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About BDSY Summer Program
The program leverages the intellectually thriving and exceptionally rich academic environment of Yale University. BDSY is designed in partnership with multiple departments, units and centers. Our proposed summer program is intrinsically interdisciplinary.
Benefits of BDSY Summer Program
- First, the international research program in the USA is fully funded, covering all essential expenses for selected participants.
- Next, the program provides free accommodation for the full 6-week duration.
- In addition, students receive a $1,600 stipend to support personal expenses during the program.
- Moreover, the BDSY summer program Yale offers up to $750 in travel support for domestic and international students.
- Furthermore, students receive a $750 meal plan allowance, ensuring daily meals are covered.
- Moreover, students gain hands-on experience in biostatistics, data science, health informatics, and public health projects. As a result, they build strong academic skills and valuable professional experience.
- Finally, participants gain access to world-class faculty at Yale University. They receive expert mentorship and high-quality research opportunities.
BDSY Summer Program Requirements
- First, applicants must be undergraduate students to apply for this international program in the USA.
- Next, graduating seniors may also apply, though the program prioritizes rising juniors and seniors.
- In addition, international students are welcome to apply; limited scholarships are available through non-NIH funding specifically for international applicants.
- Moreover, applicants must be eligible to travel to the USA and meet visa requirements for entry.
- Furthermore, students from all U.S. states are eligible to apply, not just Connecticut residents.
- Finally, applicants must submit all required documents, including CV/Resume, Personal Statement, Unofficial Transcripts, and Academic Reference Letter(s), compiled into a single PDF file.
Application Date and Process
Applicants must submit the following documents to apply for the BDSY summer program in the USA.
- CV / Resume
- Personal Statement
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Academic Reference Letter(s)
Note: Students must combine CV/Resume, Personal Statement, and Unofficial Transcripts into a single PDF file for submission.
Application Deadline
13 March, 2026
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