In an age where excellence calls for more than the usual yardsticks, Oakridge International School, Bachupally, continues to emerge as a transformative force, orchestrating a remarkable symphony of academic achievement and global opportunity.

Continuing their tradition of outstanding university offers, the Class of 2025, both CBSE and IBDP — still in their pre-board examinations—has already started seeing several of its students secure early university offers from leading universities around the globe.

This milestone of Oakridge students is testimony to the dedication and hard work of its students as well as the commitment of the school in fostering a culture of intellectual curiosity, innovation, and global readiness. From the United States to the United Kingdom and Australia, these offers span diverse fields such as computer science, biomedical engineering, and biological sciences, highlighting the broad range of aspirations nurtured at Oakridge.

Among this year’s remarkable achievers is Ashvik Reddy Velagala, who has received acceptances from top universities, including the University of Melbourne and the University of Glasgow. He has also been awarded a prestigious Presidential Scholarship worth $24,000 from Stony Brook University, a testament to his academic excellence and future potential.

Other standout achievements include:

• Aditya Hemanth Vellanki – Bachelors in Computer Science from Arizona State University, University of Birmingham, and University of Massachusetts, Amherst (Annual Scholarship – $16,000).
• Aarnav Acharya Gottupulla – Bachelors in Theoretical Physics from University of Liverpool, University of Birmingham, and University of Melbourne.
• Anshi Reddy Dondeti – Bachelors in Biological Sciences from University of Pittsburgh ($70,000 Distinction Award), Purdue University, and Rutgers University.
• Rashmika Dasireddi – Bachelors in Computer Science from University of Melbourne, University of Sydney, and University of Manchester.
• Vedaant Raturi – Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering from University of Liverpool, University of Minnesota Twin Cities, and Penn State.
• Sri Sai Amrutha Hasini – Bachelors in Computer Science from University at Buffalo ($60,000 Scholarship) and Northeastern University.
• Samanthaka Kandimalla – Bachelors in Biomedical Engineering from Virginia Tech ($17,500 Academic Scholarship), Case Western Reserve ($20,000/year scholarship up to 8 semesters), and Penn State.
• Ishanka Pallerla – Pre-Med from Rutgers University, Hofstra University ($144,000 University Provost Scholarship), and University of Albany.
• Shashank Reddy – Bachelors in Aerospace Engineering from San Diego University and Michigan State University.
• Sirisha Kshatriya –  Bachelors in Business Management from Stony Brook University, Purdue University, Indiana Bloomington (Kelley School of Business), and Northeastern University.
• Ansh Beniwal – Bachelors in Computer Science from Pennsylvania State University, University of British Columbia, Rutgers University, and University of Wisconsin, Madison.
• Gayathri Sreekumar – Bachelors in Computer Science from University at Buffalo, Virginia Tech ($17,500 Academic Scholarship), and Case Western Reserve ($20,000/year scholarship up to 8 semesters).

“As the CBSE Head, it fills me with immense pride to see our students secure placements in some of the world’s top universities. At Oakridge Bachupally, the journey begins as early as Grade 9, where we focus on building strong profiles, honing essay-writing skills, and nurturing leadership qualities. Our emphasis on student agency empowers them to innovate and become leaders in their chosen fields. It’s this holistic approach that truly sets Oakridge Bachupally apart,” said Ms. Shalini Singhal.

Principal Ms. Anuradha expressed her admiration for the students and the ecosystem that enables such success. “At Oakridge, we believe in empowering every student to realize their full potential. These early offers and scholarships are a reflection of the collaborative efforts of our students, faculty, and parents, who together create an environment that inspires excellence.”

Mr.Vivek, Head of International Curriculum emphasises on oakridge’ approach says “At Oakridge, we cultivate a powerful sense of agency in our students, equipping them with tools that transcend traditional academic boundaries. Our focus on entrepreneurial mindset and enhanced metacognition ensures they excel not just in university admissions, but throughout their life journey. This empowers them to navigate an ever-evolving global landscape with confidence and purpose, making strategic decisions that shape their future success.”

Beyond academics, these achievements also highlight Oakridge Bachupally’s commitment to all-round development. Students are not only acing rigorous academic pursuits but also leading meaningful initiatives from social impact projects to  MIT STEAM  to TEDx and other leadership roles. This is what makes them stand out- as they learn early on how to balance between ambition, empathy and innovation.

As Oakridge Bachupally continues to redefine educational excellence, the early university offers secured by its students this year reaffirm the school’s unwavering commitment to nurturing future-ready leaders, thinkers, and changemakers.