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About the American University of India (AUI) ?
Ans. The American University of India (AUI) is an Eco-friendly private residential University located on a sprawling campus in Kodai, Tamil Nadu, India. .
AUI is a coeducational higher education institution that is open to all qualified students without regards to race, religion, economic status, or political affiliation.
AUI will maintains it’s elite distinctiveness as a world-class University based on the American Model of Higher Education.
It has signed up an MOU with Bradley University in the USA for conducting their MBA and Bachelors program on Management (BBA, BA / BS) programs in India on a Twinning arrangement.
It offers only Twinning programs in partnership with Bradley University, USA. All degrees are awarded by Bradley University. AUI does not award any degrees on it’s own.
AUI is a coeducational higher education institution that is open to all qualified students without regards to race, religion, economic status, or political affiliation.
AUI will maintains it’s elite distinctiveness as a world-class University based on the American Model of Higher Education.
It has signed up an MOU with Bradley University in the USA for conducting their MBA and Bachelors program on Management (BBA, BA / BS) programs in India on a Twinning arrangement.
It offers only Twinning programs in partnership with Bradley University, USA. All degrees are awarded by Bradley University. AUI does not award any degrees on it’s own.
Where is the American University of India (AUI) campus located?
Ans. The American University of India (AUI) campus is at Kodai, South India. The nearest airport is Madurai from where it is about a 3 hour car ride. Madurai Airport is about 500 kms from Madras which has an International Airport.
How scenic and popular is Kodai?
Ans. Kodai lies at an altitude of 2,133 m in the Western Ghats of South India and is considered one of the most beautiful and hill stations in India. Dense slopes, scenic hinterland, cascading waterfalls, luscious green plains and valleys, wooded hills, ubiquitous gardens, and flower beds and pleasant climate add to it’s scenic grandeur.
Kodai Lake is the centerpiece of this exquisite setting with its 5 km long promenade popular with residents and visitors alike.
The hill town is renowned for its educational institutions of international repute
Kodai (Kodaikanal) is on of the top tourist destinations in India and is popular with tourists around the globe.
Kodai Lake is the centerpiece of this exquisite setting with its 5 km long promenade popular with residents and visitors alike.
The hill town is renowned for its educational institutions of international repute
Kodai (Kodaikanal) is on of the top tourist destinations in India and is popular with tourists around the globe.
How is the weather in Kodai?
Kodai has a very pleasant and cool weather.
Maximum Summer Temperature – 20°Celsius (68° Fahrenheit)
Minimum in Winter – 8 °Celsius (46° Fahrenheit)
Maximum Summer Temperature – 20°Celsius (68° Fahrenheit)
Minimum in Winter – 8 °Celsius (46° Fahrenheit)
What are the residential / housing facilities for students / staff in the campus?
American University of India (AUI) is a 100% Residential campus On site staff housing is provided for all students, faculty and staff.
Separate dormitories are provided for Male and Female Students.
Cottages are provided for faculty and staff.
All residential cottages / Dorms are provided with basic furniture / facilities.
Separate dormitories are provided for Male and Female Students.
Cottages are provided for faculty and staff.
All residential cottages / Dorms are provided with basic furniture / facilities.
What are the degrees offered at AUI and Who will award
Ans. MBA & Bachelors program on Management (BBA, BA / BS) programs will be offered at AUI. Bradley University, Illinois, USA will award these degrees
Is the MBA and Bachelors program on Management (BBA, BA / BS) accredited by the US accrediting body? How to know about the Accreditation status of foreign universities?
Ans. Foster College of Business Administration - Bradley University is accredited by AACSB International - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and Bradley University has Institutional Accreditation by North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA-HLC), The Higher Learning Commission
Who will teach the MBA and Bachelors program on Management (BBA, BA / BS) program?
Ans. Faculty from Bradley University and other AUI faculty will teach the MBA and Bachelors program on Management (BBA, BA / BS) programs.
What are the facilities for International students / NRI’s?
Ans. International Student Center will cater to all the needs of foreign students and NRI’s.
International students / NRI Students will be allocated mentors upon joining AUI. An Orientation program will be conducted.
A four (4) month Intensive English program is available.
Students from the Middle East will be provided with Arabic support.
International students / NRI Students will be allocated mentors upon joining AUI. An Orientation program will be conducted.
A four (4) month Intensive English program is available.
Students from the Middle East will be provided with Arabic support.
What are the other facilities in the campus?
The students will enjoy the best part of their lives in an environment friendly campus with state of art classroom and residential facilities.
They will live and study in an earth friendly environment amidst dense slopes, scenic hinterland, luscious green plains and valleys, wooded hills, and pleasant climate. A cascading waterfall is situated inside the campus.
Students will have a choice of organic or non organic food in the cafeteria.
They will live and study in an earth friendly environment amidst dense slopes, scenic hinterland, luscious green plains and valleys, wooded hills, and pleasant climate. A cascading waterfall is situated inside the campus.
Students will have a choice of organic or non organic food in the cafeteria.
What are the extracurricular / sports facilities for all students.
- Horse Riding
- Trekking
- Camping
- Rock Climbing
- Cycling
- Boating / Rowing
- Fishing
- Tennis
- Shuttle badminton
- Table Tennis
- Pool
- Basketball
- Football
- Volleyball
- Croquet
- Cricket
- Chess
- Carrom
- Golf
- Music
- Performing Arts
- Sports (Athletic and Track events)
What are the Security measures provided AUI campus?
Ans. High security is provided 24 hours by security guards. Access in / out of the campus is restricted.
Metal detectors / monitors are provided at entry points.
Access control is implemented and Access cards are provided to authorized personnel only.
Separate dorms will be provided for boys and girls with 24 hours security and secure fencing.
Access control is implemented and Access cards are provided to authorized personnel only.
Separate dorms will be provided for boys and girls with 24 hours security and secure fencing.
Is GMAT / TOEFL required for studying in Bradley University USA? Will GMAT / TOEFL coaching be given at AUI?
Ans. For the Bachelors program on Management (BBA, BA / BS) program, only TOEFL is required during the 3rd Year at the time of entering Bradley University.
For the MBA program, both GMAT and TOEFL are required at the time of entry into Bradley University. GMAT / TOEFL coaching is provided in the Kodai campus during the first half of the program at a nominal cost.
For the MBA program, both GMAT and TOEFL are required at the time of entry into Bradley University. GMAT / TOEFL coaching is provided in the Kodai campus during the first half of the program at a nominal cost.
What are some of the sightseeing attractions in Kodai?
Ans. Kodaikanal is referred to as the "Princess of Hill stations" and has a long history as a retreat and popular tourist destination.
The Lake
A magnificent star-shaped lake glitters like a jewel amidst the emerald green wooded slopes. This 24 hectare lake is skirted by 5 Kms long, black tapped road is focal point of kodai, This lake was created in 1863 by Sir Vere Hendry Levinge, who was the collector of Madurai, retired and settled in kodai.
Coaker's Walk
A kilometre's walk from the lake. It derives the name Lt. Coaker, who prepared the map of Kodai. Coaker's Walk runs along a steep, emerald green wooded slope. From Coaker's Walk one can have a breath-taking view of the plains below.
Bryant Park
This park is situated on the eastern side of the lake. It is noted for flowers, hybrids and grafts, Cut flowers are exported from here.A glass house which shelters fine varieties of flowers, Flower show is conducted every year in May as part of summer festival.
Green Valley View
It is about 5.5 Kms from the lake and located very close to Golf club, it commands a beautiful view of entire vaigai dam, As the valley is very deep, dense and dangerous, recommended to see with precautionary measures.
Pillar Rocks
It is about 7.4 Kms from the lake. Three boulders stand shoulder to shoulder vertically measuring of about 122 meters providing a beautiful view. It has a mini garden.
Kurinji Andavar Temple
3 kms from the lake. A famous shrine dedicated to Lord Muruga. This temple is associated with the Kuriniji flowers which carpet at hill sides blooms once in 12 years. Also Kurinji means hill region in Tamil literature. Andavar means God. Hence Lord Muruga is referred as God of Hill here. From this temple one can see a view of Palani and Vaigai Dam.
Solar Physical Observatory
3.2 Kms. From the Lake Elevation is 2343 meters. It was founded in 1989 at the top most point in Kodai. Visitors are allowed to closely observe the start, planetary movements etc., during visiting hours and Prior appointments.
Telescope House
To enable the visitors to have a Panoramic view of the valley and nearby towns, one telescope house is at Coakers walk. Enterance fee is coolected per head to see through telescope.
Shenbaganur Museum
This museum is MNaintained by the Sacred Heart College – Theological Seminary founded in 1895. It is devoted to archaeological remains and the flora and fauna of the hills. One of the best orchidoriums in the country with more that 300 species of orchids is also housed here. It is about 5.6 Kms from the lake. A Spanish Father Ugarthe, contributed his major collections to the Museum. Entrance fee Rs one per head. Working hours – 10 A.M to 11.30 A.M and 3P.M to 5P.M
Dolmen Circle
Kodaikanal is put on anthropology map mainly because of the presence of pre-historic remains dating back to 5000 BC, thease are called Dolmens and Kistavens which are the dwelling and burial places of people of stone age and iron age. The Dolmens and fantastic stone of two very large erect stone slabs topped by a larger flat slab.
Thalaiyar Falls
This is also called as a Rat tail falls, The widest falls ranging from 13th Kilometer on the Ghat road to Kodai. It is one of the highest fall in India, with their 975 feet drop.
Berijam Lake
This is another big artificial lake in the upper regions of palani hills. It is a fine picnic spot offering beautiful scenery. It is 21 Kms from the Kodaikanal lake, Periyakulam town gets drinking water from the lake.It was first discovered and reclaimed in 1864 by Colonel Hamilton of the British Army. The Sheer beauty of the lake made it yet another tourist spot in kodaikanal.
Palani
It is 64 kms from kodaikanal, famous pilgrim center of the South and one of the six abodes of Lord, Dhandayuthabani. Direct frequent bus are available from Kodaikanal.
Bear Shola Falls
An ideal picnic spot 1.6-km from bus stand and within 2 Kms of the lake, where once bears came to drink water. Cross the lake bund, pass the Telephone exchange on your right, and at the junction take the lower road past clifton Hotel.The approach is rugged hill path. The falls are at the best in rainy season.
Dolphins Nose
To reach Dolphins nose at a distance of 8 kms from the bus stand, one has to follow the route specified here.There is an old road after crossing Pambar Bridge near levinge stream. A rough curve rounds the hillside which leads to a point where a flat rock projects over an awful chesm of 6600 feet deep. This is Dolphins nose. On the way, beautiful views of plains and steepy rocky eascarpeints called rolling hills can be seen. The old village of vellagavi can be reached through the rugged bridle path.
Silver Cascade 8 Kms from the lake. The overflow of Kodai lake comedown here as 180 feet high falls. If the water temperature suits, tourist can take bath.
Pambar Falls
"Grand Cascade" is the another name for this magnificent falls. It can be reached by a steep, precipitous path behind pambar house. The Pambar River is a Ziz zagging stream that crusaded over a serious of rock formations and precipes.
The LakeA magnificent star-shaped lake glitters like a jewel amidst the emerald green wooded slopes. This 24 hectare lake is skirted by 5 Kms long, black tapped road is focal point of kodai, This lake was created in 1863 by Sir Vere Hendry Levinge, who was the collector of Madurai, retired and settled in kodai.
Coaker's WalkA kilometre's walk from the lake. It derives the name Lt. Coaker, who prepared the map of Kodai. Coaker's Walk runs along a steep, emerald green wooded slope. From Coaker's Walk one can have a breath-taking view of the plains below.
Bryant ParkThis park is situated on the eastern side of the lake. It is noted for flowers, hybrids and grafts, Cut flowers are exported from here.A glass house which shelters fine varieties of flowers, Flower show is conducted every year in May as part of summer festival.
Green Valley View It is about 5.5 Kms from the lake and located very close to Golf club, it commands a beautiful view of entire vaigai dam, As the valley is very deep, dense and dangerous, recommended to see with precautionary measures.
Pillar RocksIt is about 7.4 Kms from the lake. Three boulders stand shoulder to shoulder vertically measuring of about 122 meters providing a beautiful view. It has a mini garden.
Kurinji Andavar Temple
3 kms from the lake. A famous shrine dedicated to Lord Muruga. This temple is associated with the Kuriniji flowers which carpet at hill sides blooms once in 12 years. Also Kurinji means hill region in Tamil literature. Andavar means God. Hence Lord Muruga is referred as God of Hill here. From this temple one can see a view of Palani and Vaigai Dam. Solar Physical Observatory3.2 Kms. From the Lake Elevation is 2343 meters. It was founded in 1989 at the top most point in Kodai. Visitors are allowed to closely observe the start, planetary movements etc., during visiting hours and Prior appointments.
Telescope HouseTo enable the visitors to have a Panoramic view of the valley and nearby towns, one telescope house is at Coakers walk. Enterance fee is coolected per head to see through telescope.
Shenbaganur MuseumThis museum is MNaintained by the Sacred Heart College – Theological Seminary founded in 1895. It is devoted to archaeological remains and the flora and fauna of the hills. One of the best orchidoriums in the country with more that 300 species of orchids is also housed here. It is about 5.6 Kms from the lake. A Spanish Father Ugarthe, contributed his major collections to the Museum. Entrance fee Rs one per head. Working hours – 10 A.M to 11.30 A.M and 3P.M to 5P.M
Dolmen CircleKodaikanal is put on anthropology map mainly because of the presence of pre-historic remains dating back to 5000 BC, thease are called Dolmens and Kistavens which are the dwelling and burial places of people of stone age and iron age. The Dolmens and fantastic stone of two very large erect stone slabs topped by a larger flat slab.
Thalaiyar FallsThis is also called as a Rat tail falls, The widest falls ranging from 13th Kilometer on the Ghat road to Kodai. It is one of the highest fall in India, with their 975 feet drop.
Berijam Lake
This is another big artificial lake in the upper regions of palani hills. It is a fine picnic spot offering beautiful scenery. It is 21 Kms from the Kodaikanal lake, Periyakulam town gets drinking water from the lake.It was first discovered and reclaimed in 1864 by Colonel Hamilton of the British Army. The Sheer beauty of the lake made it yet another tourist spot in kodaikanal. PalaniIt is 64 kms from kodaikanal, famous pilgrim center of the South and one of the six abodes of Lord, Dhandayuthabani. Direct frequent bus are available from Kodaikanal.
Bear Shola Falls
An ideal picnic spot 1.6-km from bus stand and within 2 Kms of the lake, where once bears came to drink water. Cross the lake bund, pass the Telephone exchange on your right, and at the junction take the lower road past clifton Hotel.The approach is rugged hill path. The falls are at the best in rainy season. Dolphins Nose
To reach Dolphins nose at a distance of 8 kms from the bus stand, one has to follow the route specified here.There is an old road after crossing Pambar Bridge near levinge stream. A rough curve rounds the hillside which leads to a point where a flat rock projects over an awful chesm of 6600 feet deep. This is Dolphins nose. On the way, beautiful views of plains and steepy rocky eascarpeints called rolling hills can be seen. The old village of vellagavi can be reached through the rugged bridle path. Silver Cascade 8 Kms from the lake. The overflow of Kodai lake comedown here as 180 feet high falls. If the water temperature suits, tourist can take bath.
Pambar Falls "Grand Cascade" is the another name for this magnificent falls. It can be reached by a steep, precipitous path behind pambar house. The Pambar River is a Ziz zagging stream that crusaded over a serious of rock formations and precipes.
How to contact AUI?
Ans. info@auiedu.com
marketing@auiedu.com
Tel: 0091 9789098058 (Chennai)
Ads: AUI Campus,
No. 23/95, Laws Ghat Road,
Ugarthe Nagar, (On Madurai-Kodai main Road)
Kodaikanal,
Tamilnadu,
India.
Chennai Office:
Spencers Plaza,
714 B, Phase 2.
Tel: 0091 44 28495454
0091 44 28495455
marketing@auiedu.com
Tel: 0091 9789098058 (Chennai)
Ads: AUI Campus,
No. 23/95, Laws Ghat Road,
Ugarthe Nagar, (On Madurai-Kodai main Road)
Kodaikanal,
Tamilnadu,
India.
Chennai Office:
Spencers Plaza,
714 B, Phase 2.
Tel: 0091 44 28495454
0091 44 28495455