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HOLLY CROSS COLLEGE

UGC Autonomous University
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Tamil Nadu, Thiruchirapalli
Content Curator: Meghana
Last Update 16-May-24

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Holy Cross College (Autonomous) Tiruchirappalli is a prestigious women's arts and science college in the state of Tamil Nadu. Situated on the banks of the Cauvery River in the heart of The Rock City, Holy Cross College has a unique history of academic excellence. It is a Catholic educational institution founded in 1923, when women's higher education was considered almost a transgression. It has been at the forefront of women's education for 97 years and is marching towards its centenary. As per its mission, the college admits students from socially and economically weaker sections of the society irrespective of creed and caste. It is one of the oldest women's colleges in South India and is affiliated to Bharathidasan University. The college is managed by Sisters of the Chavanodi Cross of Tiruchirappalli Province.

The history of Holy Cross College dates back to 1901, when Mother Sophie set up a primary school with only a room or two and a handful of students. From its humble beginning, it has steadily grown, attained the status of a college in 1923, became a Second Grade College in 1928 and Post Graduate College in 1964. In recognition of its services to the cause of women’s education, for several decades, the college was granted autonomous status in 1987 by the Bharathidasan University. It was accredited by National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC ) in 1999 with 5 stars and re-accredited in 2005 with ‘A’ grade and in 2012(3rd Cycle) with A Grade in 2020(4th Cycle) with A++ with CGPA Score of 3.75 on a 4.0 Scale by NAAC. The college was recognised by UGC as ‘College with Potential for Excellence’ in October 2011 and the CPE status has been extended till 2022. As per the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) by MHRD, the college was ranked 26 th for the year 2017 and 42 nd for the year 2018.

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In 1923, Holy Cross College was established in Thiruchirapalli, Tamil Nadu. The college is affiliated with Bharathidasan University, Thiruchirapalli. It offers BSc, BA, B.Com, and BCA courses in its UG program and MSc, MA, M.Com, MCA, MSW as its PG courses. The college also runs Diploma, Certificate, and PG Diploma courses in its curriculum. Holy Cross College, Trichy also runs Doctoral Program viz. M.Phil. and Ph.D. courses.

  • Candidates shall collect the application form from the college in person along with the prospectus.
  • The application form shall be submitted either in person or through the post.
  • Payment of the application fee shall be done through DD or in cash.
  • Students who have passed 10+2 in any relevant discipline from a recognized Board are considered eligible to get admission to any UG program.
  • Applicants who hold Graduation Degree in concerned specialization are eligible to apply for admission to any PG program viz. MSc, MA, M.Com, MCA, and MSW
  • Those students who hold Master’s Degree in any specialization are eligible to get admission in M.Phil. and Ph.D. program.
  • The minimum eligibility criteria for Diploma and Certificate program is to pass 10+2 from a recognized Board.
  • Admission to all UG, PG, Doctoral, Diploma, and PG Diploma courses is given through written test and interview round conducted by the college.

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Placements

The final year student is eligible for a campus interview. The placement is based on your marks and skills. It is offered by many top companies with minimum annual package of 300k. The selection process is fair and honest

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Hostel

There are more than 800 students in five hostels. Hostel day is celebrated by the inmates in the spirit of unity in diversity who regard the hostel as a home away from home. Perfect family spirit and harmony prevails with the sharing, caring and fellowship among the inmates. The students are under the direct care of the Hostel wardens who are committed to their duty and work for the all round development of the students.

Noon Meal Scheme

It is one of the welfare measures of the institution. This scheme is funded by the faculty of the College. About 200 students benefit from this scheme every year. It was started in 2004 and it is one of the healthy practices that is ongoing.

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HOLLY CROSS COLLEGE, Fees & Eligibility
Course Fees Eligibility
BACHELOR OF COMMERCE - B.COM ₹ 255,000 (Total Fees) 10+2

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