Advancing Ethical AI and Data Science for a More Just World
Imagine a future where data science and AI help solve global challenges, transform how decisions are made, and empower communities locally and worldwide. The Data Science Institute is helping build that future through pioneering research, transformative education, and strategic partnerships. We envision a world where informed, data-driven actions create a more equitable, resilient, and thriving society. Your generosity fuels this vision, supporting the faculty and students whose bold ideas and innovative work are redefining what’s possible through data science.
Your Gift to the Data Science Institute Will:
Empower the Next Generation
Columbia’s Master’s in Data Science program prepares students to design solutions that drive real-world impact.
Through hands-on research, capstone projects, and close engagement with industry and faculty mentors, students develop the depth, perspective, and technical fluency to lead in a field that is reshaping how our world works.
Your gift helps ensure that the most promising students can thrive—regardless of financial background. Support scholarships and professional development opportunities that remove barriers, expand access and prepare tomorrow’s leaders to shape our world for the better.
Fund Collaborative Faculty Research
The Data Science Institute is a catalyst for research and innovation at Columbia, bringing together more than 450 affiliated faculty members across 17 schools to tackle problems that no single field can solve alone.
By giving to the Seed Fund program, you are providing early support to launch new, innovative research—from health and climate to policy and AI—that advances our mission of Data for Good.
Drive Innovative Student Research
The DSI Scholars program gives Columbia students from across the University hands-on experience applying data science to real-world research challenges. DSI Scholars work alongside faculty mentors on research projects that tackle urgent, high-impact questions—using data to better understand everything from disease dynamics to ocean systems.
Since 2018, more than 131 DSI scholars have collaborated with faculty from 57 departments across 11 schools. Your gift will foster a collaborative data science community across Columbia.