Summer Institute in Biostatistics and Data Science (SIBS).

Come learn about the vibrant field of Biostatistics! If you are an undergraduate with an interest in mathematics, statistics, biology, or health sciences and would like to learn how to apply methods to investigate important health issues, come join us for our highly successful Summer Institute in Biostatistics program.

The summer 2026 program will be run in person at Boston University.

In residence at Boston University: Monday, June 8^th through Friday, July 10^th, 2026

Remote research project: Monday, July 13^th through mid-August 2026

Participants in the summer program:

• learn the principles of applied biostatistics and data science from recognized experts in the field
• interact daily with award-winning faculty who make learning biostatistics interesting, relevant, and fun
• meet practicing biostatisticians, epidemiologists, infection disease specialists, and statistical geneticists and learn about their work in small-group interactive settings
• gain hands-on experience working with actual data collected in internationally recognized studies that have been funded by the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute including:
  • The Framingham Heart Study, which since its inception in 1948 has contributed to our understanding of cardiovascular risk factors
  • The Jackson Heart Study, which includes in its mission to uncover new approaches for reducing health disparity
• learn about opportunities for graduate study and additional training
• explore an ever-growing field that is critically important in studies to improve the world we live in
• participate in a variety of unique Boston experiences (historical sites, cultural and sporting events), meet new people, and have lots of fun
• earn 4 college credits and a stipend

Costs for tuition, travel, room and board are covered by the program. 

Applications are evaluated on a rolling basis, with higher priority given to applications received before March, 2026 and a final deadline of March 13th, 2026

Eligibility Criteria

• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
• Undergraduate Student or Recent Grads majoring in mathematics, science or other quantitatively oriented areas of study are eligible
• Pre-meds are not eligible

Get more details about the Summer Institute for Research Education in Biostatistics program, faculty and application process:

• About the SIBS Program
• About the SIBS Faculty
• How to Apply
• Apply online

Questions and concerns about the BU SIBS Program? Please contact us at sibs@bu.edu.