About
bodhisastra us
BODHISASTRA UNIVERSITY is an independent educational organization registered in the State of Florida with the slogan “A Co-Learning Space for Cultivating Spirituality.”
Accepted by the Florida Commission for Independent Education, Corp. Registration Number: N17000007038, July 7, 2017, and Letter of Exemption Section 1005.06(1)(f), F.S./RULE 6E-5.001, Florida.
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Experiential, Outcome-Based Learning
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Integration of Buddhist Philosophy with Modern Knowledge
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Flexible, Self-Directed Distance Learning
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Recognition of Prior Learning and Professional Practice
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Direction Forward
Vision & Mission
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Vission
Bodhisastra University Florida USA aims to connect learning spaces everywhere, in collaboration with educational networks, to cultivate the human spirit towards the prosperity of communities and society, based on goodness and beauty, in accordance with religious principles and local wisdom.
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Mission
It is an educational institution with the goal of offering diploma, degree, and graduate programs, research, training, and academic services to connect continuous and systematic education. The university offers innovative curricula that integrate administrative, educational, economic, social, political, and governance, science, technology, and environmental aspects to develop learners and meet the needs for self-development, community, and social development, leading to freedom from suffering and peaceful and happy coexistence, as well as contributing to the environment and natural world.
Our Journey
The History of Bodhisastra University
2017
Established school
Bodhisastra University USA was established with a vision to transform conventional education by integrating real-life practice with spiritual values. Founded by a group of educators and practitioners dedicated to meaningful learning, the university embraces distance education as a way to reach global learners. Its programs are rooted in Buddhist principles and modern experiential learning, empowering individuals to grow through their own work and lived experience. Rather than traditional coursework, students develop through practice, reflection, and contribution.
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2019
Academic Development & Community Growth
On that time, Bodhisastra US expanded its offerings to include:
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Online courses in Buddhist philosophy, meditation, and Sanskrit studies.
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Community outreach programs focused on mindfulness in schools and workplaces.
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The university also established partnerships with temples and Dharma centers across the US to foster local learning hubs.
2020
Digital Transformation During the Pandemic
During the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, Bodhisastra US rapidly adapted to fully online education:
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Launched the Bodhisastra e-Learning Platform, attracting students worldwide.
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Hosted global webinars on resilience, mindfulness, and ethical leadership during crisis times. Despite global challenges, enrollment and engagement increased significantly.
2023
Accreditation and Expansion
In 2023, Bodhisastra US achieved a major milestone:
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Received official accreditation for its Certificate and Diploma Programs in Buddhist Studies and Mindful Leadership.
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Opened the Bodhisastra Center for Applied Mindfulness in California, serving as a hub for research and applied meditation practice in daily life.The university also launched its first academic journal focused on contemporary Buddhist studies.
2025
Towards a Global Wisdom Network
By 2025, Bodhisastra US continues to evolve as a leading institution for ethical education and mindful living:
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Launched Bodhisastra Global Network, connecting students, scholars, and practitioners across Asia, Europe, and the Americas.
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Initiated research programs on the intersection of Buddhism, AI ethics, and sustainable development.
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Expanded its degree programs with a focus on Applied Buddhist Ethics, Compassionate Leadership, and Mindful Technology Use.
