iiD+

 It is suitable for students from all class years and from all majors. Students join small project teams (at most 3 undergrads and 1 master’s student per team), working alongside other teams in a communal environment. They learn how to marshal, analyze, and visualize data, while gaining broad exposure to the modern world of data science.

The projects come from an extremely diverse set of subject areas. It is our hope that students will be able to both work deeply into their specific project and get a very broad picture of most of the skills needed for modern data science.

Participants will receive a $5,000 stipend, out of which they must arrange their own housing and travel. Funding and infrastructure support are provided by a wide range of departments, schools, and initiatives from across Duke University, as well as by outside industry and community partners.

Data+ has returned to 100% in-person participation. Participants may not accept employment or take classes during the program; this requirement is strictly enforced and non-negotiable.

Due to the nature of the data involved in some of the projects, human subjects research training will be required of all participants and will be provided after admission to the program. With each project, we have attempted to list potential majors and/or interests that might be most interested in the project, but these should not be seen as requirements in any way! Quantitative STEM majors like mathematics, computer science, statistics, and electrical engineering are relevant to all.

Expectations

Participants are expected to participate full-time in person with their teams and may not accept employment or take classes for the duration of the program. If a student cannot be present for the entirety of the program, they must provide advance notice to program administrators in writing. Excessive absence may impact a student’s stipend.

Program Details

Data+ provides participants with a non-compensatory award. On campus students receive $1,000.00 in addition to the housing and a meal plan; off campus students receive $5,000.

To receive your first award payment on time, visit DukeHub and set up direct deposit before May 1. Payments are generally made at the end of each month of the program (May, June, and July).

2026 program dates are May 18-July 24th.