Coding for Cancer 2026

  • Coding for Cancer 2026

  • Do you wonder how cancer researchers use computational tools in their search to prevent cancer and find cures?

    Computational skills are increasingly important in nearly all fields of biomedical research at the Hutch and beyond. Coding for Cancer connects students with computational biologists, teaches hands-on skills, and how coding and computational tools are used in cancer research. No prior coding experience is necessary.

    Join us! If you have any questions or concerns please reach out to CodingForCancer@fredhutch.org.

  • Thank you for your interest in the Coding for Cancer program at Fred Hutch Cancer Center!

    DEADLINE

    The application must be submitted by 11:59 pm PT on March 29th, 2026.  Please apply early. A PDF preview of the application can be found here. Do not fill out the preview PDF, it will not count as an application submission. 

    Recommendations must be submitted by 11:59 pm PT on April 5th, 2026. Your recommender will receive an email from us at the address provided on the application with a link to the short recommendation form. Please make sure that they submit the form on time. When they submit the form you will receive a confirmation email. 

    ELIGIBILITY

    Students should...

    • Be entering 11th or 12th grade in Fall 2026.
    • Preferably live in Washington state.
    • Apply even if they have no coding experience. 
    • Be available for all of the program dates/times.

    This course will teach the R programming language and environment. The program will accommodate a range of prior knowledge, including those with no coding experience. We will work with students who do not have access to technology to gain the necessary equipment and internet for the duration of the program. Students will receive a participant award upon completion of the program. 

    If you still have questions, or for technical issues, contact CodingForCancer@fredhutch.org.

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  • Recommendation

    Your recommender should be a teacher who can speak to your science interest. Please double check the spelling of the email address for your recommender. Always ask your recommender if they are willing to serve as a recommender for you before submitting the application.

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