University of Silicon Andhra

Overview

The University of Silicon Andhra (UofSA), formerly known as Aria University, is a nonprofit university located in Milpitas, California. It is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC), a recognized accrediting agency by the US Department of Education[3][5].

Mission and Programs

UofSA's mission is rooted in the rich culture and values of India, focusing on providing excellent research, professional, liberal arts, health, technology, and sciences education. The university aims to infuse its programs with Indian traditions while adhering to a whole person learning model[3].

The university offers a range of academic programs, including Master of Arts, Diploma, and Certificate courses. Notably, it is the first institution outside India to offer higher education courses in Indian languages[3][5]. The university plans to expand its offerings, including a Master of Science in Computer Science with concentrations in Computational Linguistics, Machine Learning, and Natural Language Processing[3].

Financials and Governance

As of 2023, UofSA's financial data indicates a revenue of $2.63 million and expenses of $2.28 million, with total assets of $5.53 million and total liabilities of $4.39 million[1]. The university is a 501(c)(3) organization, making donations tax deductible[5].

The governance structure includes a board of directors comprising diverse professionals from various sectors, ensuring a formal orientation for new board members and oversight of the CEO[5].

Relationship with SiliconAndhra

While the University of Silicon Andhra is distinct from SiliconAndhra, a nonprofit organization focused on Telugu culture and community activities, both entities share a common geographical area of operation and cultural roots. SiliconAndhra is known for its cultural events and community projects, including the promotion of Telugu literature and arts in the United States[2][4]. However, UofSA is specifically dedicated to higher education, offering academic programs in a formal university setting[3].

References

• [1] ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer
• [2] SiliconAndhra.org
• [3] University of Silicon Andhra About Us
• [4] SiliconAndhra.org/Homepage
• [5] GuideStar Profile for University of Silicon Andhra

[1] https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/463187118 [2] http://siliconandhra.org/siliconandhra.html [3] https://uofsa.edu/about-us/ [4] https://www.siliconandhra.org/en/ [5] https://www.guidestar.org/profile/46-3187118