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B.Tech in Artificial Intelligence
Master machine learning, robotics and neural systems with hands-on lab immersion.
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Ranked #14 Globally · QS World Rankings 2026
Where Legacy Meets Innovation
For over 135 years, Ashford University has shaped the pioneers, thinkers and leaders who define tomorrow. Join a community of 32,000 minds across 6 continents.
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Founded on principles of
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About the University
A tradition of excellence, a future without limits.
Nestled across 320 acres of historic grounds, Ashford University blends centuries-old architecture with cutting-edge laboratories, studios and innovation hubs. We believe education is not merely the transfer of knowledge — it is the ignition of purpose.
From our Nobel-honoured research faculties to our globally connected alumni network, every corner of Ashford is designed to help remarkable people do remarkable things.
- Historic Campus320 acres, 42 heritage buildings
- Research First$480M annual research funding
- Global NetworkPartners in 54 countries
- AccreditedTop 1% worldwide
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Academic Programs
Courses crafted for a changing world
Choose from flagship degrees designed alongside industry leaders and world-renowned scholars.
Undergraduate
Postgraduate
Master of Business Administration
A globally ranked MBA with specialisations in finance, strategy and entrepreneurship.
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Doctoral
Doctor of Medicine (MD)
Train at our teaching hospital with clinical rotations from year one.
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Undergraduate
LL.B. Bachelor of Law
Moot courts, international law clinics and mentorship from sitting judges.
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Postgraduate
M.Arch in Sustainable Design
Reimagine cities through climate-positive architecture and urban planning.
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Schools & Faculties
Explore our departments
Twelve world-class faculties, each a centre of thought leadership.
Discovery & Impact
Research that reshapes the world
$480M in annual funding powering breakthroughs across disciplines.
Quantum Computing
Ashford Quantum Lab achieves 1,000-qubit stability milestone
Our physics faculty set a new global benchmark for error-corrected quantum coherence, opening pathways for practical quantum advantage.
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Life at Ashford
More than a place to study — a place to belong
300+ student societies, 40 sports teams, and traditions spanning generations.
Our Journey
135 years of milestones
1887
The Founding
Ashford opens its doors with 48 students and a single hall of philosophy.
1923
School of Engineering
The engineering faculty is established, pioneering aeronautics research.
1968
First Nobel Laureate
Professor E. Hollis wins the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for polymer science.
1999
Global Campuses
Satellite campuses open in Singapore, London and São Paulo.
2024
Innovation District
A $1.2B research district launches, home to 60 deep-tech startups.
What's On
Upcoming events
Minds That Teach
Meet our distinguished faculty
Scholars, laureates and industry pioneers who mentor the next generation.
Prof. Marcus Reed
Dean, Engineering & Technology
Dr. Priya Anand
Chair, Biotechnology
Prof. David Osei
Professor, Economics & Finance
Dr. Elena Rossi
Director, Quantum ResearchCareer Outcomes
Placements that launch careers
Class of 2025 results, verified by our Career Services Office.
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Our graduates work at
- Goldman Sachs
- Tesla
- McKinsey & Co.
- Pfizer
- Microsoft
- Boston Consulting
- SpaceX
Notable Alumni
Legends who once walked our halls
Jonathan Pierce
Founder & CEO, Nova Robotics"Ashford taught me to build not just products, but purpose."
Dr. Sofia Marín
Nobel-Nominated Immunologist"Every discovery I've made traces back to a lab bench here."
Michael Tan
CIO, Meridian Capital"The finance faculty gave me a lens on the world I still use daily."
Amara Johnson
Pritzker-Winning Architect"Ashford's studios shaped how I imagine sustainable cities."
Student Voices
What our students say
"Ashford didn't just teach me engineering — it surrounded me with people who believed the impossible was a starting point."
"The mentorship here is unmatched. My professors know my name, my goals, and how to push me further."
"From research grants to global exchange, every door I knocked on at Ashford opened."
Newsroom
Latest from Ashford
Campus
Ashford climbs to #14 in the QS World University Rankings
A record-breaking year sees the university rise six places on global research impact.
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Innovation
Student startup raises $40M to decarbonise shipping
Founded in our Innovation District, BlueWake is now valued at over $300M.
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Research
New $120M library wing opens to students this autumn
The Whitmore expansion adds 400,000 volumes and 24-hour study commons.
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Begin your Ashford journey
Applications for the 2026 intake are now open. Reach out and our admissions team will guide you every step of the way.
- Visit Us1 Founders Way, Ashford Heights, CA 94043
- Call Admissions+1 (650) 555-0187
- Emailadmissions@ashford.edu
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