
VSP is the Visiting Student Programme to welcome international students to spend a summer/semester and a full academic year at Ashoka. The programme is open to students from partner and non-partner global institutions. It is specifically designed to foster the exchange of ideas between the undergraduate students of international institutions and those at Ashoka.
In order to apply for study abroad at Ashoka, a student must fulfill following criteria:
Students can apply through the Ashoka online application portal by filling in personal information and submitting the following documents:
Official transcript should include the Name of your programme of study, course or major, list of all completed courses to date, Grade Point Average (GPA) or equivalent
Describe your motivation to apply for an academic year/a semester at Ashoka University, (max. 500 words)
Nomination deadlines
Application deadlines
Application review and decisions: On a rolling basis
Fee payment: Within 10 days of receiving invoice
Fall & Spring Semester course load:
Summer Semester course load:
For undergraduate Academic Calendar 2025-26
The Office of Summer Programmes at Ashoka University offers an intensive six-week study programme, during the summer for undergraduate students. 2025 Summer Programme will be in-person. A range of four-credit courses is offered across disciplines. Students can take up to 2 courses during summer semester.
To view Summer Semester Courses-2025: Click here
Summer Dates: July 7 to August 16, 2025
Deadline: May 1, 2025 (11.55 PM IST)
Fees: INR 403500 for up to two in-person courses (includes tuition fees, on-campus accommodation and meal plan)
All questions related to summer at Ashoka can be directed to globaleducation@ashoka.edu.in
The Ashoka International Summer Research Programme (AISRP) offers research projects for undergraduate and master’s students from international partner and non-partner universities to participate in cutting edge interdisciplinary research carried out by faculty and research centres at Ashoka.
Students will receive a certificate of completion. No academic credits will be awarded for the internships.
To view Summer Research Projects-2025 : Click here
Duration: 8 – 10 weeks
Programme dates: Between June – August 2025
Application deadline for international students: 1st May, 2025 (11:55 PM IST)
Project: Supervised Research (no formal AU academic credit awarded)
Fees : INR 350000 for 8 to 10 weeks (includes tuition fees, on-campus accommodation and meal plan)
All questions related to summer research at Ashoka can be directed to globaleducation@ashoka.edu.in
All international visiting students are guaranteed campus accommodation in fully-furnished residence halls with laundry service. Rooms are on double-occupancy basis. Single room accommodation is not available. Visiting international students are housed with Ashoka students to encourage intercultural exchange. Students receive a meal plan (buffet and combo meals) at the dining facilities of Ashoka.
A full residential campus with fully air-conditioned rooms, common student lounges, state of the art classrooms and sprawling lawns, the Ashoka University campus is designed for a vibrant student life. A 50,000 feet indoor sports complex with a swimming pool offers several opportunities in the summer. Students can choose from a range of sporting activities.
Visiting students are welcome to use the campus facilities while studying at Ashoka including library, campus shuttle, sport facilities, health services and more.
Note: Campus has several food outlets, stores for books and daily essentials, where students can purchase the same at their own cost.
The Office of Global Education provides extensive support to applicants of the programme. The office supports visiting students for their academic planning, course selection, and advises them during their time at Ashoka.
From an orientation at the beginning of the programme to inter-cultural support and mentoring throughout; the team ensures that the visiting students are able to thrive in a new environment.
Visiting students may book an office hours with the team for any questions on Summer & Semester at: https://calendly.com/globaleducation-ashoka/15min
You may reach out to the team with your questions:
Email:
globaleducation@ashoka.edu.in