Ashoka University, established in 2014, is a premier liberal arts and sciences institution located in Sonipat, Haryana, near Delhi. Founded by a collective of over 200 philanthropists, the university aims to provide an interdisciplinary education that blends the finest global practices with a distinctive pedagogy.
Ashoka offers a multidisciplinary curriculum where students can pursue Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), and other degrees. The flexible structure allows students to declare their majors in the second year, encouraging exploration across various disciplines. The university provides master's degrees in Economics, English, and Liberal Studies, along with the Young India Fellowshipa one-year postgraduate diploma in Liberal Studies designed for a diverse cohort of students. Ph.D. programs are available in multiple disciplines, including Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, English, History, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology, Sociology, and Anthropology.
Ashoka houses several research centers that foster interdisciplinary scholarship and societal impact. Centre for Social and Behavior Change (CSBC), supported by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, CSBC focuses on advancing behavioral change in areas like nutrition, sanitation, and maternal health. Centre for Social Impact and Philanthropy (CSIP), established in 2016, CSIP aims to enhance social impact through strategic philanthropy and leadership development programs. Trivedi Centre for Political Data (TCPD), a collaborative effort between the Political Science and Computer Science departments, TCPD promotes data-driven research on India's political landscape.
Ashoka University maintains partnerships with esteemed institutions worldwide, including the University of Pennsylvania, University of Michigan, Yale University, King's College London, and the National University of Singapore. These collaborations facilitate academic exchanges, research initiatives, and a global learning environment.
With a commitment to academic excellence, innovative research, and societal impact, Ashoka University continues to redefine higher education in India.