In a significant milestone for higher education in India, St Aloysius (Deemed to be University), Mangaluru, has achieved accreditation for its Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, and related programs from the Data Science Council of America (DASCA). The recognition reinforces the university’s commitment to strengthening future-focused education through globally benchmarked academic standards in Data Science & AI.

The DASCA accreditation spans programs across multiple levels, recognizing alignment with international standards in curriculum quality, academic delivery, applied learning, and industry relevance. The accreditation reflects the university’s continued focus on preparing graduates with the technical understanding, analytical capabilities, and interdisciplinary perspective increasingly required across data-driven professional environments.

Speaking on this milestone, Aariya Goel, Managing Director at Academik America, said, “Institutions such as St Aloysius (Deemed to be University) represent the growing importance of academically grounded and globally aligned education in Data Science & AI. The DASCA accreditation reflects the university’s commitment to strengthening academic quality while preparing students for evolving industry and technology environments.”

Speaking on the achievement, Rev. Dr. Praveen Martis SJ said, “DASCA accreditation is a significant recognition of St Aloysius’ more than century-old legacy of academic excellence and its continuing commitment to future-ready, globally relevant education. As data science and artificial intelligence reshape knowledge, industry, and society, DASCA’s international benchmarks strengthen our resolve to advance academic quality while creating stronger professional pathways for our students. For an institution built over generations on a proud tradition of values, scholarship, and service, this milestone reflects both the dedication of our faculty and our responsibility to prepare graduates who are competent, ethical, and ready to contribute meaningfully to the world.”

Institutional leaders at St Aloysius (Deemed to be University) noted that the accreditation complements the university’s ongoing efforts to strengthen interdisciplinary learning, industry relevance, academic rigor, and future-oriented professional education across emerging technology disciplines.

As a global standards body, Data Science Council of America continues to support institutions in advancing globally aligned and industry-relevant education in Data Science & AI. Through this accreditation, St Aloysius (Deemed to be University) further strengthens its position among institutions contributing to the advancement of future-oriented higher education.

About St Aloysius (Deemed to be University)

St Aloysius (Deemed to be University) is a higher education institution with a long-standing academic legacy rooted in excellence, values-based education, and multidisciplinary learning. The university offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and research programs across sciences, commerce, management, humanities, and emerging technology disciplines, while continuing to strengthen industry-aligned and globally relevant academic pathways.

About Academik America

Academik America is a global pioneer in advancing future-focused education across emerging technology domains, with a presence spanning more than 90 countries and collaborations with over 200 organizations worldwide. As the primary accreditation partner for DASCA under the World Data Science & AI Initiative, Academik America supports universities and institutions in strengthening globally benchmarked standards in Data Science & AI education.