- Is Atria University a recognised university?
Yes, Atria University is a Karnataka State Private university. The approval of the Atria University Act 2020 was passed by the Karnataka State Assembly on April 16, 2021. - Where is Atria University located?
Atria University campus is located in Bengaluru city, specifically in the upscale locality of Hebbal. It is located only 20 minutes from the Central Business District and 30 minutes from Kempegowda International Airport. - When is the University planning to commence the Undergraduate Programme for the year 2023?
The Undergraduate Programme for the academic year 2023 is expected to tentatively commence in September 2023. - I am not sure of the degree/major I want to pursue. Is a change in my selection possible after my admission?
Yes, absolutely. Our learning experience is designed for you to undergo a range of courses from all our majors before you make a choice. You only have to make a degree-major choice in the 18th month after the foundational year of study. - How many seats are available for each degree or major?
At Atria, we do not have a specific number of seats for a particular degree or major. Our project-based academic approach sets no limitation of seats for any degree-major combination. We do not have reserved seats, or any specific quota. All applicants must undergo the standard admissions process. - The majors offered at Atria University are unique. Will the degree hold valid when I apply for Masters’ outside India?
Yes, your degree & major shall hold valid when you apply for admission abroad. The credits in our curriculum are in accordance with the guidelines as mandated by the UGC.
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Our Philosophy
Your Personality Over Your Marks
Similar to our academic structure, our admissions process is unique. We recognize that a mark sheet does not necessarily define your interests and personality. This is why your admission to Atria University is not contingent upon cut-offs, pre-requisites, or standardized test scores.
Instead, we evaluate your whole profile contextually and look for attributes like passion, rigor, ability to learn, curiosity, teamwork, communication, general awareness, self awareness and perseverance. Our admission process is all about you; your passion, beliefs and ambition. Just be yourself.
Inviting Beyonders to Apply
We are not looking only for class toppers. If you are interested in world affairs, want to learn, and enjoy the idea of making a positive impact, then you are ready to be a Beyonder. Alongside depth of knowledge, we at Atria, value curiosity, rigor, and passion to pursue one’s endeavours. Teamwork, and collaboration is as important as academic grades for us.
Applications
Interaction Driven, Personality-Focused Process
Committed to helping change-makers of tomorrow break new grounds, we aim to ignite their spirit of inquiry. Our admission process is designed to engage with you on multiple levels while enabling you to tell us your full story. The one beyond your mark sheet. The one that makes you a Beyonder.
Stage 1
Online Application
Your application form is the canvas where you can tell us about your ambitions, motivations, and passions. Tell us what makes you – You!
Your interests, your accomplishments, your world views, how you tackle challenges and anything else you think might be relevant.
Stage 2
Beyonder Assessment
The second stage involves a one-hour virtual assessment termed as ‘The Beyonder Assessment’. Applicants appearing for this assessment respond to questions pertaining to four sections: Quantitative Reasoning, Communication, Problem Solving & Emotional Quotient. Their response helps the Office of Admissions to gauge their problem solving skills, critical thinking, language proficiency, and emotional leadership.
Stage 3
Panel Interview
Those with an impressive performance in the first two stages of the application process are invited for an interview with a panel comprising of Atria University Leadership, Academics and Admissions team. This is the perfect opportunity to talk about your academic endeavours, and motivation to be a part of the Atria University student cohort.
Post the completion of above 3 stages, the admissions decision will be communicated within 15 working days.
Schedule
Admission Schedule
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FAQs for
Admissions & Financial Aid
General
Admissions Process
- What are the steps in the admissions process at Atria University?
Our admissions process is a three-step process starting with the applicant filling the online application form. The second stage involves a one-hour virtual assessment termed as ‘The Beyonder Assessment’ followed by an elaborate panel interview (if shortlisted). All decisions post each stage are communicated by the Office of Admissions within two working weeks. - What exactly is the Beyonder Assessment?
The Beyonder Assessment is a one hour assessment conducted virtually where applicants respond to questions pertaining to four sections: Quantitative Reasoning, Communication, Problem Solving & Emotional Quotient. The response of applicants helps the Office of Admissions to gauge their problem solving skills, critical thinking, language proficiency, and emotional leadership. - Is there any preparation needed for the Beyonder Assessment?
Applicants must understand that this is not a Mathematics specific assessment. We do understand that some of you may not have opted for Mathematics in high school. For the Beyonder Assessment, applicants are advised to brush up their basic knowledge of Mathematics and English. We do not provide sample papers, as most part of the assessment is based on spontaneous thinking. - I have missed my allocated slot/ had a power breakdown during the Beyonder Assessment. What should I do?
Please reach out immediately to the Office of Admissions at ugadmissions@atria.edu and the team will communicate on the next steps. - What to expect during the panel interview?
Applicants with an impressive performance in the first two stages of the application process are invited for an interview with a panel comprising of Atria University Leadership, Academics and Admissions team. This is the perfect opportunity to talk about your academic endeavours, and motivation to be a part of the Atria University student cohort. - What happens post the panel interview?
Panel interaction is the final step of the admissions process. Post completion of it, applicants will receive the final decision within two weeks by the Office of Admissions. Successful applicants will be made an offer of admission. - Can I reapply for admission, if I didn’t receive an offer of admission?
No, you cannot reapply for admission in the same academic year. However, you may reapply in the next academic year. - Can international applicants apply for admission to Atria University?
Yes, we welcome applicants from all over the world to apply. - Do my 10/12th grade marks matter to get admission to Atria University? Academics are rigorous at Atria University. While the admissions process follows a holistic evaluation of applicants (does not only take marksheets, standardised test scores into account), it is important for them to have an excellent understanding of their core subjects.
- Can diploma holders apply to Atria University?
Yes, we do accept applications from diploma holders as well. However, applicants who are diploma holders will need to begin their studies from Year 1, and must not have any backlogs from their existing diploma. - Do we accept transfer students?
Yes, we do consider applications from students who are already pursuing their higher education elsewhere. Please reach out to the Office of Admissions at ugadmissions@atria.edu for guidance regarding transfer. 32qewq
Scholarship & Financial Aid
- What are the scholarships offered by Atria University?
At Atria University, we offer merit-based, and need-based aid. For more details, please refer to this link. - What is a merit scholarship and who is eligible for it?
A merit scholarship is granted based on an applicant’s performance in the university’s overall admissions process. The scholarship is awarded as a percentage waiver from the annual tuition fee. All successful recipients are intimated about the merit scholarship offered to them alongside the admissions decision. - How to apply for a merit scholarship? Do I need specific documents?
Please note that there is no separate application for a merit scholarship. All students are automatically considered. Only students with a stellar performance in the overall admissions process will be considered. No separate documents are required. - Will the merit scholarship be applicable for all the years of my undergraduate studies?
Yes, the merit scholarship percentage is applicable for the entire programme duration. This is contingent on the applicant maintaining a high CGPA each academic year. Specific conditions and details of the merit scholarship will be listed in the scholarship letter. - What is need-based financial aid?
Need-based financial aid is the category awarded to applicants based on the annual family income. The purpose of this aid is to ensure that financial restraint is not a factor for an outstanding student to study at Atria University. - Who is eligible for need-based financial aid?
Only the applicants who have received an offer of admission to our undergraduate programme are eligible for need-based financial aid. - What is the financial aid process at Atria University?
Post receiving an offer of admission, candidates may apply for financial aid. Please note this is a separate process, and only upon submission of the complete financial aid application form, the Office of Financial Aid will verify and assess the application along with the supporting documents. Parents/guardians will be contacted during this verification process. - What are the mandatory and non-mandatory documents required to apply for financial aid?
Please click here to view the list of documents required for the Financial Aid Application. - What if I don’t have all the mandatory documents required for financial aid?
Students are required to have all the mandatory documents while applying for the need-based financial aid. Due to any unavoidable circumstances, if the student has to procure documents or lacks certain documents, they must write to financialaid@atria.edu with the details. - What if my parents are not filing ITR every year?
An ITR is a mandatory document (for applicable cases) in the financial aid assessment process. As per the Income Tax Act of 1961, you are only exempt from filing an income tax return if your total income is below INR 2,50,000/-. If you fall under this category, please submit the income certificate provided by the state government. - What is a BPL card?
The Below Poverty Line (BPL) ration card is a benchmark card issued by the Government of India to indicate economic disadvantage and identify individuals and households in need of government assistance and aid. - What do you mean by family income?
Family Income (Household Income): Family income is generally the combined gross income of all earning members of a household. It is the total gross income before taxes, received within 12 months by all members of a household. It includes, but is not limited to, wages, salary, self-employment earnings, pension, and other retirement income, investment income, welfare payments, rental income, agricultural income, and income from other sources. - Do I need to mention all my family members and why?
Yes. Details of all household family members will help us assess the income and expenses incurred by the family on a regular basis. - What if my other family members are dependent on my parents financially?
Please mention all relevant details in the description column. We will get in touch with your parents for more details and depending upon the situation, the Financial Aid committee will assess your file accordingly. - Do I need to mention the loan or liability details on the form if we have completed the loan tenure?
No, please mention the loans which are currently active with ongoing repayment as per the contract. - How long does it take to assess the financial aid form?
The assessment of need-based financial aid application takes 10-15 working days, provided the student has submitted all the required and additional documents requested by the Office of Financial Aid. However, in certain cases, it may extend by a few days. - Is my financial data safe?
Yes. We strictly follow a discretionary internal policy. The documents and data shared by the student are only used for assessment purposes and the access is restricted to the Office of Financial Aid. - Does the university use third-party verification?
No. Atria University uses an internal verification team for the verification of documents. - What if my parents don’t have a bank account?
Students are required to submit an affidavit to the Office of Financial Aid mentioning the reasons for not having a bank account. - Do I need to mention the income details of my earning siblings?
Yes. Our assessment is done on overall family income. If the siblings are staying with you and your parents contributing to the house expenses, we request the students to mention the gross annual income for all earning members along with supporting documents. - Will there be a revision of the financial aid percentage every year?
The financial aid application of all successful recipients is reviewed after every academic year. Students are expected to maintain a high CGPA throughout their academic quarters for continuation of the aid. All details would be explicitly mentioned on the financial aid acceptance letter prior to the applicants joining the university. - If my hostel fee is covered under the financial aid what are the facilities included?
Need-based financial aid on Hostel fees will cover the below expenses:- Boarding fee
- Food provided by the student accommodation facility (breakfast, lunch, dinner, evening snacks)
- Shuttle services between accommodation and university.
However, students must bear any additional expenses incurred during the programme.
- Will international applicants be eligible for financial aid ? Yes, we offer financial aid to international students. International students are required to provide all the income documents and government documents of their respective countries where the gross income is mentioned for each earning member. International students on partial need-based Financial Aid are required to provide proof of funds to support their tuition fee and expenses like travel (local & international), hostel, medical, etc.
Fees
- Can I get assistance from the university if I apply for an education loan?
We assist with the documents required by the banks/financial institutions to process your student/education loan. However, the student needs to approach the banks/financial institutions for loan requirements and processing. - What is the acceptance fee if I choose to opt for Atria University Undergraduate Programme?
As a token of your acceptance to secure your admission, you are required to make an initial acceptance fee payment of ₹75,000/- which is an Admission fee of ₹25,000/- and a refundable security deposit of ₹50,000/- as per the due date mentioned on your offer letter. - If I choose not to join the programme, will I get the admission fee deposit back?
If you choose to withdraw from the programme, the security deposit of ₹50,000/- will be refunded back to you.
Campus & Hostel Accommodation
- Where is the hostel accommodation located?
The Student Housing is in collaboration with Olive Living (Embassy Group). It is located within 15 minutes of distance from the campus. - Is it mandatory to avail hostel accommodation?
Please note that this is a residential program, and while Bengaluru residents (residing within 10-12 km from campus) may opt out, it is mandatory for others to opt for hostel accommodation. All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, evening snacks) are provided by the university to students who have opted for a hostel. - What are the services offered at the hostel accommodation?
The student housing has spacious, well-lit rooms with a balcony & an en-suite washroom. There are other amenities for use such as the common area, gaming area, dining room, lounge & outdoor sports area. - What is the transportation facility available to commute between campus & hostel accommodation?
Shuttles between campus & accommodation operate at regular intervals throughout the day for ease of access. - Is the hostel room available on a sharing basis?
Yes, the hostel rooms are available on a twin-sharing basis. However, upon request, we allow for a single room occupancy at an additional cost. - Am I allowed to visit the campus?
Yes, absolutely. However, please make a prior appointment by writing to studentconnect@atria.edu regarding your visit in advance.
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