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SASTRA University

country rank  113
world rank  4959

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Overview

Established in 1984, the SASTRA University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the rural setting of the medium city of Thanjavur (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Tamil Nadu. This institution also has a branch campus in Kumbakonam. Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of India, SASTRA University (SASTRA) is a medium sized (uniRank enrollment range: 9,000-9,999 students) coeducational Indian higher education institution. SASTRA University (SASTRA) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 41-year-old Indian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this Indian higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. SASTRA also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

SASTRA University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

SASTRA University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

SASTRA University' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium sized

Selectivity

SASTRA University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Identity

University Location

Address Tirumalaisamudram
Thanjavur
613 401 Tamil Nadu
India
SASTRA University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
SASTRA University Phone Number (4362) 264 101
SASTRA University Fax Number (4362) 264 120
Other locations Kumbakonam

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of SASTRA University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify SASTRA University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of SASTRA University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at SASTRA University.



SASTRA University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro)
International
students
Not reported Not reported

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

SASTRA University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


SASTRA University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 80-89% making it a least selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


SASTRA University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

SASTRA University has more than 90 international students.

SASTRA University's Admission Office Admission Office

SASTRA UNIVERSITY, Tirumalaisamudram
Thanjavur 613 401
4362 264101


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

SASTRA University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 9,000 to 9,999, making it a medium-sized institution.


SASTRA University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 700 to 799 members.


SASTRA University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


SASTRA University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


SASTRA University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a rural setting.


SASTRA University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


SASTRA University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


SASTRA University is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


SASTRA University's Library University Library

Yes Visit SASTRA University's Library


SASTRA University's Housing University Housing

Yes


SASTRA University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


SASTRA University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


SASTRA University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


SASTRA University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


SASTRA University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


SASTRA University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


SASTRA University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


SASTRA University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

SASTRA University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: University Grants Commission of India

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2001


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important SASTRA University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important SASTRA University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of Indian Universities (AIU)
  • Distance Education Bureau (DEB)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the SASTRA University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics for some of SASTRA University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and as an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

SASTRA University's Facebook page review

X X (Twitter)

SASTRA University's X page review

YouTube YouTube

SASTRA University's Youtube page review

Instagram Instagram

n.a.

LinkedIn LinkedIn

SASTRA University's official LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

n.a.


Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing, and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.


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