Overview

The DSI Scholars program matches Columbia students with opportunities to engage in data science related research projects led by Columbia faculty with the aim of fostering a collaborative data science community at the University.

This unique, interdisciplinary program allows undergraduate and master students to engage in emerging research under the mentorship of acclaimed Columbia faculty. Each term, the Data Science Institute will select up to 10 faculty-led interdisciplinary research projects and will provide funding to the students to perform research-related duties. Students selected as DSI Scholars will receive a stipend to support their living expenses while conducting research.

Application Details

Faculty Application Faculty Information
Student Application Student Information
Term Project Duration Faculty Application Dates Student Application Dates Student Interviews
Fall 2025 September – December Closed Closed –
Spring 2026 January – May Closes:
Sept. 28, 2025		 Opens: Oct. 17, 2025
Closes: Nov. 2, 2025		 Expected: Nov. 17, 2025 – Dec. 1, 2025