Ashoka University is India’s premier Liberal Arts and Sciences University, located in the Delhi NCR capital region in India. It is a pioneer in its focus on providing a Liberal Arts education at par with the best in the world. An Ashoka education carries a strong emphasis on foundational knowledge, thorough academic research based on rigorous pedagogy, and hands-on experience with real-world challenges. Ashoka provides a world-class interdisciplinary education led by an internationally renowned faculty. Ashoka University welcomes international students for the Ashoka summer session, which include exciting modules for a unique learning experience in a global classroom with Ashoka students. Ashoka offers an intensive six-week study programme held during the summer. A range of four credit courses are offered across disciplines. The residential campus provides a great opportunity to learn about India, get a global perspective in classroom discussions and debates; and explore New Delhi and other cities over the weekends to get a cultural taste of a vibrant country. It promises to be an unforgettable summer! Check out the Virtual Tour of Ashoka University via the link below! You can find a copy of Ashoka University's Fact Sheet Brochure in the Global Summer Exchange 2026 - Website Documents Folder linked below. Students will need to log in with their KCL credentials.

Who can apply?

The Ashoka University Summer programme is open to Undergraduate students and Postgraduate Taught students ONLY. Postgraduate Research students are excluded from this offer.

Courses offered

Ashoka University are running two programmes: For the Visiting Students Programme (VSP) summer courses, students can explore courses on Indian Civilisations, Philosophy of Love, Buddhism in Asia , Global, Macroeconomics of Debt, Visual Storytelling, International Geopolitics, History & Politics of War and more. For the Ashoka International Summer Research Programme (AISRP) students can take on projects in cell biology, genomics, neuroscience, climate & health to magnetization reversal, dihydrogen technologies and more which are on offer. Some of the projects will provide students with experiential learning opportunities in the nearby field sites. Please check the links below for more information.

Programme dates

Ashoka University is running two programmes and these are as follows: The Visiting Student Programme (VSP) will be take place from Sunday 6th July 2026 until Thursday 14th August 2026. The Ashoka International Summer Research Programme (AISRP) will take place during the same time however exact dates will be dependent on the project chosen. More information can be found in the AISRP link above.

Application deadlines

If you wish to apply for a place at Ashoka University, you will need to submit your Global Summer Exchange application by 11:59pm on Monday 5th January 2026. If your application is successful, regardless of the programme chosen, you will be required to apply directly to Ashoka University by Sunday 30th March 2026.

What are the costs?

Ashoka University fees are as follows: Summer Visiting Student Programme (VSP): 1,675 USD Application processing Fee: Waived Tuition Fee: Waived Ashoka International Summer Research Programme (AISRP): 2,498 USD Both fees include the following: On Campus accommodation Meal plan (4 meals/per day) Airport Pick-up and Drop-off Access to library other facilities and amenities such as Ashoka Health Insurance/ infirmary services and free transport from campus to Delhi for the entire duration at Ashoka without any extra charge. Students who are successful in their application will receive a tuition fee waiver, but will be responsible for all other costs, including, flights, accommodation, visas, health/medical insurance (if compulsory), living expenses and those listed above.

Accommodation

On-campus accommodation is available. All international visiting students are guaranteed campus accommodation in fully furnished residence halls with laundry service. Rooms are on a 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. Check the following for more information.

Eligibility, Exclusions and Restrictions

In order to apply for study abroad at Ashoka, students must fulfil the following criteria: - Must be enrolled as a full-time student at a partner institution of Ashoka University or any other institution abroad - Completed a minimum of 1 year of university level study (by the time s/he start at Ashoka) - A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale; or its equivalent. VSP students can choose courses/project as per their academic preference and availability. However, some courses have prerequisites. Incoming students need to provide evidence of prior knowledge of the topic to receive a waiver on prerequisites.

The information on this web page is accurate for 2026 entry.