Boston University students have the opportunity to study for a fall or spring term at Ashoka University, a liberal arts university located in Sonepat in the state of Haryana, situated just north of New Delhi. Students participating in the Ashoka University Exchange can select from a broad range of courses offered at Ashoka allowing students from a variety of majors at BU the opportunity to study in India. During their time in Sonepat, students live in the Ashoka University on-campus residence halls.
Key Facts
Area of Study
Location
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Program Structure
Internship Availability
Term
Coursework Level
NoneBU Hub Offered
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Language of Instruction
Requirements & Considerations
- All students must enroll according to, and remain in compliance with, the Boston University Study Abroad Course Load Policy.
- Boston University students only
- Admission requirements for all programs
- Ashoka requires a cumulative GPA of 3.0
Curriculum
Students participating in the Ashoka University Exchange program are able to select courses from the following departments: Anthropology, Bio Sciences, Chemistry, Computer Science, Creative Writing, Economics, English, Environmental Studies, History, International Relations, Mathematics, Philosophy, Physics, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, and Visual Arts.
Students must take 4 courses (worth 4 units each). There is also an option to take 1 optional co-curricular course in performing arts, visual arts, or languages.
Students are advised to review Ashoka University’s website for course listings and descriptions. Terms are “monsoon” (fall) term and spring term.
Academic culture may be very different at a partner institution; Ashoka University provides a rigorous academic experience to both local and visiting students, and you will be subject to their academic policies and procedures during your time at this institution.
Housing & Student Services
Program Residences
- Students will live in a shared dorm room for 2 students.
- Rooms include a bed for each student along with basic furnishings.
- A meal plan is required, with 4 meals a day.
- Laundry and fitness facilities on site.
- Common lounge with television, reading areas, and board games
- Students should plan to bring or acquire onsite any additional bath towels.
- All residences are equipped with central A/C.
- Ashoka Residence Life
Program Dates
FALL TERM
Program Dates
Mid-August – Mid-December
FALL TERM
Applications Open
December 15
FALL TERM
Applications Deadline
March 15
SPRING TERM
Program Dates
Late January – Mid-May
SPRING TERM
Applications Open
June 1*
SPRING TERM
Applications Deadline
September 1
This program is not on a rolling admissions cycle. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure that all required materials have been received by the BU Study Abroad office by the application deadline. Decisions will not be made until after the application deadline. Applicants will receive their decision via email.
Information on other programs that do not follow a rolling admissions cycle and information for BU Students Awaiting an Admissions Decision can be found here.
Cost & Financial Considerations
- 2025/2026 Tuition: $35,454 per term
- Cost includes tuition, overseas medical insurance, and emergency evacuation coverage.
- Estimated program budget, including cost of living expenses.
- Grants and Scholarships available.
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