Aria University, located in Milpitas, California, is a private, nonprofit institution that began offering courses in 2017. Currently the university offers Master’s, Diploma and Certificate programs in the Arts & Humanities and Computer Science. Aria University has received prestigious WSCUC accreditation, demonstrating its provision of high quality learning and teaching environments.
As per Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME), there are only 158 accredited MD schools in USA and only 13 MD schools in California. Out of the 13, there are only 4 MD Schools in Northern California, 2 public, 1 private nonprofit MD School (Stanford) and 1 private for profit MD School (Cal North State).
California, with a population of over 39 million, has only 13 MD schools and about 16.9 medical students/100,000 population, while New York with a population of 19 million has 15 MD schools and about 43.9 students/100,000 population. The San Joaquin Valley is considered as the “Health Desert” in California. Aria University School of Medicine (AUSOM) is planning to start the First Private Non-Profit MD school after 118 years (Stanford 1908) in the largest medically underserved area of Central Valley in California.
Aria University, located in Milpitas, California, is a private, nonprofit institution that began offering courses in 2017. Currently the university offers Master’s, Diploma and Certificate programs in the Arts & Humanities and Computer Science. Aria University has received prestigious WSCUC accreditation, demonstrating its provision of high quality learning and teaching environments.
As per Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME), there are only 158 accredited MD schools in USA and only 13 MD schools in California. Out of the 13, there are only 4 MD Schools in Northern California, 2 public, 1 private nonprofit MD School (Stanford) and 1 private for profit MD School (Cal North State).
California, with a population of over 39 million, has only 13 MD schools and about 16.9 medical students/100,000 population, while New York with a population of 19 million has 15 MD schools and about 43.9 students/100,000 population. The San Joaquin Valley is considered as the “Health Desert” in California. Aria University School of Medicine (AUSOM) is planning to start the First Private Non-Profit MD school after 118 years (Stanford 1908) in the largest medically underserved area of Central Valley in California.
AUSOM leased a historic building from the San Joaquin County for 30 years with $1/year rent. This building is conveniently located in the San Joaquin General Hospital campus in the French Camp, CA. The building is being renovated and is expected to be ready by the first half of 2026.
Aria University School of Medicine is poised to become a beacon of excellence in medical education. Thanks to modern infrastructure, strategic staffing, and a student learning model, the school will empower future physicians to navigate their careers with knowledge, compassion, and innovation. The four years at AUSOM are filled with engaging and dynamic experiences that keep students active and motivated. By leveraging the “Global Active-Learning” curriculum, AUSOM ensures that students are encouraged to take an active role in their education using numerous interactive pedagogical methods.
The Aria University “Capital Campaign” is a fundraising initiative aimed at promoting the creation of a world class medical school that will have a significant positive impact on the community. The University aims to serve as a center of excellence for health sciences education for present and future generations.
We request you to make an impact on this important initiative by generously donating in the investment of higher education programs that will benefit future generations. You can be part of an everlasting and transformative change for the Central Valley and California. Please join this movement by being part of the prestigious “Founders Circle” and ensure your name is engraved in the annals of history.
| Asset Naming Rights | Donation Amount | Assets Available |
|---|---|---|
| Medical School | $ 50 Million | 1 |
| Medical School Building | $ 10 Million | 1 |
| Conference Room | $ 3 Million | 2 |
| Library | $ 3 Million | 1 |
| Grand Main Lobby | $ 3 Million | 1 |
| Laboratory | $ 3 Million | 1 |
| President’s Office | $ 2 Million | 1 |
| Dean’s Office | $ 2 Million | 1 |
| College | $ 2 Million | 12 |
| Class Room | $ 2 Million | 2 |
| Faculty Office & Professorship | $ 1 Million | 26 |