Each spring and fall, the DSI Scholars program connects Columbia University students with select faculty-led projects that are seeking to apply data science methods to novel research problems.
Alongside financial compensation for their contributions to their project, DSI Scholars benefit from faculty mentorship, publication and presentation opportunities and unique enrichment experiences throughout their semester with the program.
In addition to funding, administrative, and research support for their projects, faculty mentors also benefit from increased visibility for their work through DSI’s web and social media coverage.
Faculty applications are accepted in April and September of each year, and are selected for funding and support following careful review by DSI leadership. Shortly thereafter, project summaries are posted to the DSI website, where students may apply to no more than two (2) projects each cycle. DSI staff provide robust coordination and support throughout the application review and interviewing process. All DSI Scholars are hired and managed by DSI, which also arranges for unique enrichment and support opportunities throughout the semester. For additional details about the faculty process and student experience, visit our dedicated resources for students and faculty, browse our recent projects, or read on for our features about the exciting and innovative work that the DSI Scholars program has helped support.