Hindu University of America
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The Hindu University of America, also known as the International Vedic Hindu University, is a U.S.
United States
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non-profit educational institution based in Orlando
Orlando, Florida
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, Florida
Florida
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. It provides masters and doctoral level degrees in Yoga
Yoga
Yoga is a physical, mental, and spiritual discipline, originating in ancient India. The goal of yoga, or of the person practicing yoga, is the attainment of a state of perfect spiritual insight and tranquility while meditating on Supersoul...
, meditation
Meditation
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, Hinduism
Hinduism
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and several other related fields.
It was founded on October 24, 1993 (Vijayadashami
Vijayadashami
Vijayadashami also known as Dasara, is one of the most important festivals celebrated in various forms, across India, Nepal and Bangladesh...
), and acquired its own permanent 9.7 acres (39,254.5 m²) campus property with two buildings (which served as the office, library and residence) in 2000; its first residential full-time faculty were installed in 2002.