Two Semesters of University Sanskrit in One Summer

Only $750
comparable programs charge $5,000+
  • 90 hours equivalent to 2 full semester courses
  • Taught by Prof. Cogen Bohanec, PhD, University-affiliated Sanskrit & Jain Studies scholar
  • Earn degree language credit*
  • Certificate of completion included
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Enrollment closes June 10
Course Starts: June 15 - August 7, 2026
| Mon-Fri, 5:00-7:15 PM PT

Is this course right for you?

Undergraduate Students
Preparing for
  • South Asian–focused postbaccalaureate or
    graduate research programs
  • Fulfilling a language requirement
Graduate & PhD Students
Who are pursuing coursework
or research in the fields of:
  • Religious Studies
  • Theology
  • Indology
  • South Asian Studies
  • Who require Sanskrit for
    • coursework
    • research
    • dissertations
Independent Scholars
Who are seeking:
  • Live instruction with a world-renowned Sanskrit scholar
  • Fully recorded classes to review material on demand
  • Non-app-based, intentional, and accelerated learning

Why Arihanta Institute?

Comparable programs cost $5,000 +
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  • U.S.-based nonprofit academic institute focused on philosophy and language studies
  • Learn from university-affiliated scholars and leading experts
  • Globally accessible, rigorous online education for academic learners
  • Integrates classical knowledge with real-world ethical and social impact

What you will be able to do by the end of the course?

  • Read and translate Sanskrit texts with academic rigour using primary source materials
  • Apply the complete grammatical system: declensions, conjugations, compounds, & syntax
  • Complete the Devavāṇīpraveśikā primer
    (Goldman & Goldman) in full
  • Develop philological research skills for academic writing and source analysis
  • Satisfy the language requirement for many degree programs
  • Advance directly to Sanskrit 3 & 4 coursework
Equivalent to two full university semester courses, completed in a single summer.

See what our students have to say

"Professor Bohanec is an incredible instructor. He is courteous, professional, knowledgeable, and patient."
"We are learning so much, not only about Jain philosophy, but also about the entire spectrum of religious knowledge of the Indian subcontinent...We truly feel that there is no other place where we could gain such a deep and holistic understanding."
"I believe Professor Bohanec is an incredible language instructor and I am so fortunate to have had this experience!"
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University-level Sanskrit
at a fraction
of the cost
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Comparable programs cost $5,000+.
Arihanta offers the same graduate-level,
live Sanskrit training for $750,
fully online, no travel required.
  • Live classes (not pre-recorded)
  • Mon–Fri, 5:00–7:15 PM PT | June 15 – August 7, 2026
  • Taught by Prof. Cogen Bohanec (PhD),
    University-affiliated Sanskrit & Jain Studies scholar
  • Small cohort with direct instructor interaction
  • Uses Devavāṇīpraveśikā (Goldman & Goldman),
    a leading university textbook
  • Certificate from Arihanta Institute
  • Earn language credit via
    Domestic Transient Study (subject to approval)*
*Language credit depends on individual university policy.
Students are encouraged to consult their academic advisor.
There is precedent for approval via similar programs.

Prof. Cogen Bohanec, PhD

Dr. Bohanec holds a PhD in Historical and Cultural Studies of
Religion from GTU and an MA in Buddhist Studies from
the Institute of Buddhist Studies.

He specialises in Sanskrit language and literature,
Jain and Hindu traditions, and philosophy of religion.

He is the author of Bhakti Ethics, Emotions and Love in
Gauḍīya Vaiṣṇava Metaethics (Lexington, 2024) and the
co-editor of Engaged Jainism: Critical and Constructive
Studies of Jain Social Engagement (SUNY 2025).
Assistant Professor in Sanskrit and Jain Studies, Arihanta Institute
Affiliate Assistant Professor, Claremont School of Theology
Former instructor, Graduate Theological Union (GTU), Berkeley
Your instructor
FAQs
Can I receive university credit for this course?
This depends on your institution. Students may be able to apply for language credit through their home school's Domestic Transient Study program. Approval is at the discretion of your university's administration. There is precedent for credit being granted through similar non-accredited intensive programs. We recommend speaking with your academic advisor before enrolling.
Do I need prior Sanskrit experience?
No. The course starts from the foundations and builds systematically. No prior Sanskrit is required.
What is the course schedule?
Live sessions run Monday – Friday, 5:00 - 7:15 PM Pacific Time, June 15 – August 7, 2026. 90 hours total.
What textbook is used?
Devavāṇīpraveśikā by Goldman & Goldman (1980). Enrollment details will include instructions on obtaining it.
What do I receive on completion?
A certificate of completion from Arihanta Institute.
Are session recordings available?
Yes. All sessions are recorded and made available to enrolled students in two formats: in-person classroom recordings and virtual class recordings. Recordings will be accessible for 3 months after the course. Please note that recordings are for enrolled students only and are not available for download.
Enrollment closes June 10 - 6 days remaining

Don't spend $5,000 on Sanskrit this summer.
Spend $750. Get the same university-level Sanskrit instruction.

The only question is whether you act before June 10.

90 hrs
Live instruction
2 semesters
In one summer
$750
vs $5,000 elsewhere

University Sanskrit 1 & 2 Summer Intensive June 15 - Aug 7, 2026
Mon-Fri, 5:00-7:15 PM PT
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Enrollment closes June 10

Certificate of completion included
PhD-taught small cohort
Fulfills degree language requirements