2026 SeattleGROWS Program Application

2026 SeattleStatGROWS Program Application
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Program dates are June 24 – August 19th, 2026.

SeattleStatGROWS is an 8-week, mentored, paid summer research internship program aimed at increasing awareness and interest in careers in statistics and data science research. Students are paired with a mentor to complete projects within the fields of statistics and data science. If you would like to know more about the program, please click here.

You must use this online form to submit an application. If you would like a preview of the application, please click here. If you would like a preview of the letter of recommendation, please click here. The PDFs are for your reference only.

This application has 2 online components:
1. This applicant section that you complete, and
2. A separate online form that your reference completes.
Proofread your application and essays carefully. You will not be able to go back into the system after you submit your application. Your reference will not receive a recommendation request until your portion is submitted.

Applicant Component

To apply, you must:
1. Fill out this online form, which includes several short-response essays.
2. Provide email address for one reference.
3. Upload a PDF of your recent school transcript.
Reference Component

Once you complete your part of the application, we will email a recommendation link to your reference. We advise you to submit your application form early so your reference has time to complete their form.

All application materials are due by 11:59 PM on February 8, 2026. References are due by February 22, 2026.

Applicant Information
First Name*
Last Name*
E-mail (if possible, use a personal email instead of a school email)*

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Mailing Address*
Street Address
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City*
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Zip Code (5 digits only)*
Ex. 99510
Summer 2026 Address (if different from mailing):
Summer 2026 Address (if different from mailing):
Street Address
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Zip Code (5 digits only)
Ex. 99510
Primary Phone (cell phone preferred)*
Secondary Phone
How did you hear about this opportunity? Check all that apply.

Fred Hutch Cancer Center WebsiteFred Hutch StaffTeacher or School CounselorFellow StudentFred Hutch Summer Program AlumniOther
If Fred Hutch Summer Program Alumni, which program?
If other, please specify below.
Personal Information
Our program is supported by the National Institutes of Health (NIH). We are required to report the diversity of applicants and participants to the NIH. This internship program is specifically designed for individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds, those with disabilities, those from racial/ethnic groups underrepresented in health sciences, and/or those who will be the first generation in their family to attend college. The criteria for disadvantaged are detailed in this online NIH document.
Please note: You must be 18 years of age by the application deadline. If you have any questions, please contact SeattleStatGROWS@fredhutch.org.
Are you or will you be 18 years or older by the application deadline date (2/22/2026)? If you have any questions, please contact us at SeattleStatGROWS@fredhutch.org*

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We are unable to accept international students into the program. Are you eligible for this program?*

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The criteria for disadvantaged are detailed in Section C of an online NIH document.
Were you ever homeless/houseless?

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Were you ever in the foster care system?

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Were you ever eligible for the Federal Free and Reduced Lunch Program for two or more years?

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To determine if you are Pell Grant Eligible, please visit this website.
Were you ever eligible for Federal Pell grants?

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Have you ever received support from the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), also known as food stamps or EBT?

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Do you identify as being part of a group historically underrepresented in biomedical research?*

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Did you grow up in one of the following areas: a) a U.S. rural area or b) Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services-designated Low-Income and Health Professional Shortage Areas. See this link for information about these areas.*

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What is the highest degree any one of your parents/guardians has earned?

No high school diplomaHigh school diploma or equivalentAssociate's degree (AA or AS) or vocational degreeBachelor's degree (BA or BS)Master's or doctoral level degree (MS, MA, MPH, PhD, MD, JD, DDS, etc)I'm not sure, but I know at least one of my parents went to college of some kindI don't knowPrefer not to answer
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Was the degree earned inside the US or outside the US?

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Are you currently enrolled in a 2- or 4- year college/university*

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Transcript (most recent) (PDF only, max 2MB). We examine the whole application. Students who are dedicated to learning, regardless of their GPA, are encouraged to apply.

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Resume (PDF only, max 2MB).

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What is the highest degree you intend to attain?*

BA/BSMPHMA/MSMDPhDMD/PhDDon't know/Unsure
If you chose Don't know/Unsure, please specify here.
Are you interested in biostatistics, computational biology, or mathematics?*

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Do you have any programming or coding experience or skills?*

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The program is a full-time, in-person experience at the Fred Hutch South Lake Union campus from June 24th to August 19th. Barring any unforeseen circumstances, can you commit and participate for the duration of the program? If no, please elaborate in the essay section.*

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The program has in-person events at the Fred Hutch South Lake Union campus. Can you attend these events for the duration of the program?*

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Have you participated in a Fred Hutch internship in previous years?*

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If yes, which program(s)?
Short Essay Prompts

We recommend that you prepare your responses in a word processor (e.g., Microsoft Word, Google Docs), review your responses for clarity and errors, and then paste your responses into the boxes below. The questions below are required.
What subject at school do you like best this year and why do you like it? It can be a class or topic you covered in class, whatever you enjoyed most this year. (up to 250 words)*

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Outside of your professional life (i.e., school, work), what do you like to spend your time on? It can be interests you have (e.g., cooking, video games, hiking), goals you are trying to achieve (e.g., try all the pizza places in my town), or activity you feel you are good at (e.g., writing fiction, skateboarding). (up to 250 words) *

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Why are you interested in the SeattleStatGROWS Program? (up to 250 words)*

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We know there are many things you want to do in the future, but what is one thing you can imagine yourself doing as a career or job 10 years from now? (up to 250 words)*

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Other than this internship, what are your potential plans for summer 2026 (e.g., job, class, trips, internship, etc…)? (up to 250 words)

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Is there anything you would like to tell us? (e.g., interest in specific research topic and/or faculty, potential challenges, requests for accommodations) (up to 250 words)

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Recommendation Form
Enter the name and e-mail address of an individual who will submit a recommendation on your behalf. An e-mail will be sent to this individual with a link to the recommendation form. We suggest you contact your reference directly to ensure they have received the message.

Recommendations should come from staff or faculty at your school (e.g., counselors and professors) or from an employer. References from personal acquaintances (e.g., family, friends, neighbors) are discouraged.
Recommender 1 First Name*
Recommender 1 Last Name*
Recommender 1 Email*

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2026 SeattleStatGROWS Program Application

Applicant Information

Personal Information

Education

Short Essay Prompts

Recommendation Form