The Lede Program
Columbia Journalism School’s Lede Program is a 10-week summer intensive on coding and data analysis.Not just for journalists
Pulling insights from data isn’t just for journalists — our tools and skills are equally valuable to social scientists, policymakers, and academics of all stripes.No Prerequisites
We start from square one, with no prior experience in data or coding necessary. You’ll learn the ins and outs along the way.Real-World Skills
We balance practical, real-world skills with the computer science theory you’ll want to take your coding further.Summer 2020 application period is now open
The early application deadline is January 31
What will you learn?
“Data” isn’t just one simple thing. You’ll acquire a plethora of skills, tools and programming languages to make you a more effective storyteller. Let’s review a few of the possibilities:
…and that’s not all, either.
With coverage ranging from an hour of introduction to a semester-long deep dive, you’ll return to the workplace with sharp new analytical, investigative, and storytelling skills.
Applications
The Lede Program is open to applicants with a strong academic or professional record and demonstrated interest in data technologies. Applications for Summer 2020 is now open. Learn more here
Dates
Due to complications arising from COVID-19, Lede classes has been moved to the Fall semester. Exact scheduling will be released at a future date.
Tuition
As a professional program at Columbia University, the Lede Program costs less than a formal degree. Scholarship aid is also available. For more information on tuition and scholarship aid opportunities, see our Tuition and Fees page.
Questions?
If you’d like to know more, don’t hesitate to reach out to us at jrncomputation@columbia.eduApplication Details
The Summer 2020 application period is now open
Student Work
If you’re curious about the work we do, visit our Student Work page to see examples from assignments and projects, as well as published pieces by Lede Program graduates.