The Massive Data Institute

The Massive Data Institute (MDI) at Georgetown’s McCourt School of Public Policy harnesses modern data and computing power to produce cutting edge social science, computer science, and data science research that improves public policy decision making.

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Image showing students sitting in front of Healy Hall, with text stating that MDI is hiring Spring 2027 Scholars with an application deadline of Monday, November 9, 2026.

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MDI is Hiring: Spring 2027 MDI Scholars

We are pleased to announce a call for applications for the Summer 2026 cohort of the MDI Scholars Program. For full consideration, the priority application deadline is Monday, November 9 at 11:59pm Eastern.

October 9, 2026

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Joint Statistical Meetings

MDI faculty joined thousands of statisticians, data scientists, and researchers at the annual Joint Statistical Meetings (JSM) in Boston, MA this August.  As the largest gathering of statisticians…

September 21, 2026

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Announcing Fall 2026 Research at MDI

The Massive Data Institute at the McCourt School of Public Policy welcomed the Fall 2026 Cohort of student researchers.

September 21, 2026