UW Data Science in Oceanography Summer Program

The School of Oceanography at the University of Washington is excited to announce a recurring undergraduate summer program, “Data Science in Oceanography.” The goal of the program is to provide undergraduate students with opportunities in contemporary data-driven research in oceanography and attract them to exciting possibilities of career paths in oceanography. Participating students will interact closely with faculty and graduate student mentors to develop and advance research projects revolving around oceanographic data analysis. Students will attend overview lectures on fundamental problems in different oceanography fields, including Physical, Biological, and Chemical Oceanography, as well as Marine Geology and Geophysics. They will gain a basic understanding and hands-on experience in data science techniques, including time series analysis and machine learning. Students will also learn about scientific writing and presentation skills, explore possible careers in oceanography and related fields, receive tips for gaining additional undergraduate research experience, and get an overview of the graduate school admissions process. The program will organize fun activities in the Seattle area, including hiking, kayaking, and sailing. The program will provide paid-for accommodation and partial travel reimbursement to students currently receiving need-based financial aid and/or indicating that paid-for accommodations are necessary for their participation in the program.

Undergraduate students with programming experience and interests in oceanography and data science are welcome to apply. International students with strong interests in pursuing graduate programs in US institutions are also welcome to apply.

The program does not have participation fees. For students who request it, the program will provide paid-for on-campus housing (https://hfs.uw.edu/guest-housing) with breakfast and lunch included, but students make their own dinner plans. For students who do not request housing, either because they are local or can arrange their own housing, the program can provide reimbursement for meals (breakfast + lunch). The program will make partial travel reimbursement for flight fees, depending on the availability of funds.

For more information, see the FAQs below. For inquiries, email the program organizer, Professor Georgy Manucharyan, at gmanuch@uw.edu.

Apply: applications for the 2025 DSO program are open until June 15th! 

Students may apply for the UW Bothell Summer Research Award to offset some expenses.