THE AMERICAN COLLEGE – SELF FINANCED PROGRAMMES

The American College is a premier institution of higher education, renowned for its commitment to academic excellence and social relevance. Its pioneering role in the development of college autonomy in India, its early adoption of the Choice Based Credit System, and its distinguished legacy of over 145 years of higher education stand as testimony to the esteemed position the College enjoys today.

Originally founded by American missionaries in 1841, The American College evolved into a collegiate institution in 1881. It was initially affiliated to the University of Madras and later came under the jurisdiction of Madurai Kamaraj University. With a strong responsiveness to national policies and community needs, the College has grown from strength to strength.

The American College was among the first seven institutions in India to be granted autonomous status by the UGC in 1977–78. Today, it offers thirty-three undergraduate and twenty-one postgraduate programmes. In addition, several research centres offer Ph.D. programmes across various disciplines.

The College also hosts special centres such as the Department of Applied Sciences (DAS) and the Study Centre for Indian Literature in English and Translation (SCILET), both of which receive national and international recognition.

The American College’s alumni have distinguished themselves globally as scientists, intellectuals, administrators, corporate leaders, diplomats, public servants, and change-makers. The College fosters holistic development through active theatre groups, National Service Scheme (NSS), National Cadet Corps (NCC) units, Service Learning Programme (SLP), Green Management Programme (GMP), and Gender Studies Programme (GNS), providing students with diverse opportunities for social engagement. These initiatives contribute to a vibrant campus environment that nurtures personality development and leadership.

The College maintains collaborative partnerships with several state, central, and private industries and institutions. The College is committed to internationalisation of education. It offers Exchange and Study Abroad programmes that help students develop global perspectives while engaging with local realities.

VISION STATEMENT OF THE COLLEGE

To be a Christian higher educational institution of global standards and reputation

MISSION

• To train students to be responsible global citizens
• To impart knowledge in every discipline
• To develop in students individual competencies to meaningfully relate with the emerging global space
• To develop vibrant campus sub-cultures of pluralism, Christian inclusiveness, and aesthetic self-expression
• To inculcate in students the highest ideals of service to the poor and the marginalized

QUALITY POLICY STATEMENT

To impart knowledge of global standards with inclusive Christian values for socio-economic uplift.

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES

          Time Schedule: Morning 8.00 A.M. to 1.10 P.M.

        Time Schedule: Evening 1.45 P.M. to 6.35 P.M.

 POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES

          Time Schedule: Morning 8.00 A.M. to 1.10 P.M.

        Time Schedule: Evening 1.45 P.M. to 6.35 P.M.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES

There will be separate quotas for students who have completed their Higher Secondary Education under the CBSE, ICSE, and IGCSE curricula.

Candidates should qualify under any of the following examinations:

1. Candidates who have passed Higher Secondary Examination of the Board of Higher Secondary Examination, Government of Tamil Nadu.
2. Candidates who have passed Senior School Certificate Examination (XII standard) of the Central Board of Secondary Examination with not less than five subjects, of which English shall be one.
3. Candidates who have passed the ICS Examination of the Council for Indian School Certificate Examination with not less than five subjects, of which English shall be one.
4. Candidates who have passed any Examination conducted by a State Government or a University or Board under the 10+2 pattern with not less than five subjects, of which English shall be one.

Candidates from other universities or bodies and those from other countries having qualifications not listed above should send their transcripts to The Registrar, Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai – 625021, Tamilnadu, India and obtain a provisional eligibility certificate for admission as per the Government of India circular, Ministry of Education, dated 20th April 1992.

Additional Requirements for Specific Programmes:

• For B.Sc. Mathematics / Physics / Chemistry: Candidates must have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics at the Higher Secondary level.
• For B.Sc. Computer Science: Candidates must have studied Mathematics at the Higher Secondary level.
• For B.Sc. Data Science: Candidates must have studied Mathematics at the Higher Secondary level.
• For BCA: Candidates must have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics at the Higher Secondary level.
• For B.Sc. Information Technology (IT): Candidates must have studied Mathematics / Business Mathematics / Computer Science at the Higher Secondary level.
• For B.Sc. Biochemistry: Candidates must have studied Chemistry at the Higher Secondary level. Biology / Zoology / Mathematics at the Higher Secondary level will be preferred.
• For B.Sc. Microbiology: Candidates must have studied Biology at the Higher Secondary level.
• For B.Com. / B.Com. Computer Applications (C.A.) / B.Com. IT / B.Com. Professional Accounting: Candidates must have studied Commerce under the Academic or Vocational stream at the Higher Secondary level.
• For B.Sc. Food Science and Nutrition: Candidates must have completed the Science stream at the Higher Secondary level or Home Science with a minimum of 50% marks. Direct candidates with a Diploma in Food Technology / Food Science / Nutrition / Hotel or Catering Management from a recognized University or Institute will also be eligible for admission.

Note: Each undergraduate student should opt for any one of the following co-curricular activities. Any activity chosen thus will be for four semesters.

1. National Cadet Corps (Airforce)
2. National Cadet Corps (Navy)
3. National Service Scheme
4. Physical Education
5. Service Learning Programme (SLP)
6. Gender Studies Programme (GSP)
7. Green Management Programme (GMP)
8. Library and Information Services Programme (LIB)
9. Tamil Art Culture and Heritage

The students of all undergraduate programmes (other than B.Com.) should compulsorily study a language under Part I. Tamil, Hindi and French are the options available

ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS FOR POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES

M.A English

Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in English are eligible to apply for this programme. Those awaiting final semester/year results may also apply. Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in any other discipline who have secured 60% or above in Part II English after two years of study are also eligible to apply. However, their admission, if selected, will be provisional and will be confirmed only upon submission of the final mark sheet of the qualifying examination on or before the date specified by the College.

Master of Commerce (M.Com.)

Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce or related disciplines are eligible to apply for this programme. Those awaiting final semester/year results may also apply. However, their admission, if selected, will be provisional and will be confirmed only upon submission of the final mark sheet of the qualifying examination on or before the date specified by the College.

M.S.W

Candidates who have passed a Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Humanities, Business Management, Commerce, or any Science discipline from a recognized university are eligible to apply. Those awaiting final semester results may also apply. However, their admission, if selected, will be provisional and will be confirmed only upon submission of the final mark sheet of the qualifying examination on or before the deadline specified by the College.
Applicants are also required to provide details of any additional qualifications and relevant work experience.

M.Sc. Mathematics

Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics are eligible to apply for this programme. Those awaiting final semester/year results may also apply. However, their admission, if selected, will be provisional and will be confirmed only upon submission of the final mark sheet of the qualifying examination on or before the date specified by the College.

M.Sc. Physics

Candidates with bachelor’s degree in physics can apply for this programme. Those awaiting the final semester / year results can also apply. However, their admission, if selected, will be provisional and will be confirmed only when they produce the final mark sheet of the qualifying examinations on or before the date scheduled by the college.

M.Sc. Microbiology

Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in any Life Science discipline (Zoology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Botany, Biology, Pharmacy, Food & Nutrition, or Nursing) are eligible to apply. Those awaiting final semester/year results may also apply. However, their admission, if selected, will be provisional and will be confirmed only upon submission of the final mark sheet of the qualifying examination on or before the deadline specified by the College.

M.Sc. Food Science & Nutrition

Candidates must have passed any one of the following undergraduate programmes with a minimum of 50% marks in Part III:

• B.Sc. in Food Science and Nutrition, Food Science and Quality Control, Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics, Food Technology, Home Science, or Food Service Management
• B.Sc. in Zoology, Botany, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, or Life Sciences

M.Sc. Applied Psychology

Candidates with a B.Sc. (Psychology), B.A. (Psychology), or any relevant degree in a related discipline are eligible to apply. Candidates with a B.Sc. degree in subjects such as Mathematics, Physics, Botany, Zoology, or Chemistry from a recognized institution (science stream) are also eligible, provided they have secured a minimum of 55% aggregate or an equivalent CGPA.

Those awaiting final semester/year results may also apply. However, their admission, if selected, will be provisional and will be confirmed only upon submission of the final mark sheet of the qualifying examination on or before the deadline specified by the College.

M.Sc. Visual Communication

Candidates must have passed any one of the following undergraduate programmes with a minimum of 50% marks in Part III:

• B.Sc. in Visual Communication
• Any undergraduate programme such as Journalism and Mass Communication, English, Tamil, Computer Science, Mathematics, or any other relevant discipline

M.Sc. Computer Science (Data Science)

Candidates must have secured the minimum percentage of marks in Part III as prescribed by Government norms in any of the following:

• B.Sc. in Computer Science, Information Technology, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Chemistry, Applied Science, or Electronics
• BCA, B.Com., or B.B.A. with Mathematics at the degree level
• B.E./B.Tech.

ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS FOR PG DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES

Postgraduate Diploma in Food Safety and Quality Management (PGDFSQM)

• A Bachelor’s degree in Science with a specialization in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology, or Life Sciences.
• A degree in allied sciences such as Agriculture, Food Science and Technology, Nutrition, Post-Harvest Technology, Home Science(s), Life Sciences, Horticulture, Dairy Technology, Veterinary Science, Fisheries, Hotel Management and Catering, or Hospitality Management.

Ph.D Research Programmes

The college offers research programmes in Tamil, English, Economics, Commerce, Physics, Chemistry, Botany, and Zoology.

Candidates interested in pursuing Full Time/ Part Time Ph.D research are requested to meet Research Heads concerned.

Eligibility & Qualification:

As per Madurai Kamaraj University norms.

HOSTELS

• Limited hostel facilities are available. There are four hostels for men: Washburn Hall, Dudley Hall, Wallace Hall, and Zumbro Hall. In addition, Co-Lodge, a self-contained accommodation facility, is also available for male students.
• There are two hostels for women: Women’s Hall and Noyes Garden. Both are located on the main campus and offer limited accommodation.
• Separate application forms for hostel admission are available at the Bursar’s Office.
• The mess is operated on a dividing system, and the boarding charges are approximately Rs. 3,000 per month. At the end of each month, the actual boarding expenses are calculated and shared among the members of the mess. The amount is to be paid by the members before the 10th of the succeeding month.

 FEE STRUCTURE

  UNDERGRADUATE  – Fee Structure

The details of the fee structure can be obtained at the time of admission

Refundable deposit of Rs.1000/- will be collected during admission.

Rs.600 for I year & Rs.400/- for II year for English Textbook / HDVP Workbook / Rs.250/- for Part I Textbooks / Rs.100/- for Insurance will be collected separately during admission

  POSTGRADUATE  – Fee Structure

The details of the fee structure can be obtained at the time of admission

Refundable deposit of Rs.1000/- will be collected during admission

 POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES

Ph.D Research Programmes – Fee Structure

Ph.D Research Programmes – Fee Structure

 HOSTEL FEE DETAILS

Please enquire with the Bursar’s Office for Hostel Application and other details

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT EXCHANGE PROGRAMME

The American College is committed to internationalisation of education. It offers Exchange and Study Abroad programmes that help students develop global perspectives while engaging with local realities.

OTHER FEATURES

Associations

The College has various academic associations that provide students with opportunities to explore and develop their academic and professional interests. These associations organize activities beyond the classroom to enhance learning and engagement.

Societies

In addition to academic associations, the College hosts the Hindu Cultural Society and the Islamic Cultural Society, for which membership is optional. Both Christian and non-Christian students are welcome to join the Student Christian Movement.

Student Services

The Student Services Committee aims at the holistic development of students by organizing various developmental programmes. It also provides a range of services and ensures the overall welfare of students.

Placement Services

The Placement Cell organises on-campus and off-campus recruitment drives to facilitate students’ career opportunities in leading companies, multinational corporations (MNCs), banks, and educational institutions.

Students’ Grievance Redressal Committee (SGRC)

The SGRC ensures the prompt redressal of student grievances arising from academic and related matters during their course of study. The Chairperson of the SGRC is a person of high standing with experience in educational administration and quasi-judicial processes.

Library

The Daniel Poor Memorial Library is one of the earliest public libraries in Madurai and follows an open-access system. It houses approximately 160,000 books and subscribes to around 700 journals across a wide range of disciplines. The library provides internet facilities and remains open from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on all working days. Each student may borrow up to 10 books at a time.

In addition, each department maintains its own specialised library. The SCILET (Study Centre for Indian Literature in English and Translation) functions as a Study Centre with a collection of about 11,750 books and 40 journals. Access to e-resources is available, and a free Internet café is provided for the exclusive use of students.

Sports and Games

The College has extensive sports facilities, including a football and hockey ground, a cricket pitch, three tennis courts, and floodlit basketball and volleyball courts. The College has consistently produced a high number of university-level athletes (“University Blues”) in sports such as athletics, hockey, football, volleyball, cricket, tennis, table tennis, shuttlecock, and kho-kho. Students are encouraged to utilise these facilities during their free time.

Indoor Stadium and Gymnasium

The William Tracy Indoor Stadium (funded by the UGC) is a multipurpose sports arena with seating for over 200 spectators and facilities for basketball, volleyball, and badminton. The College also has a modern gymnasium, and students are encouraged to use it regularly. Access to the gymnasium is available upon purchase of a gym card for a nominal fee.

Central Instrumentation Centre (CIC)

The CIC is an advanced laboratory facility shared by all science departments. It houses sophisticated equipment such as a Scanning Electron Microscope, an X-ray diffraction unit, and a high-temperature furnace for crystal growth.

Campus Information System (CIS)

The College is in the process of establishing a Campus Information System (CIS), which will enable both faculty and students to access attendance records, internal assessment marks, and fee payment details. Students will also be able to access the library catalogue of over one lakh books in the Daniel Poor Memorial Library through individual logins.

Students’ Cooperative Store

A cooperative store is available on campus to meet the daily needs of students. It offers books, stationery, and other essential items at nominal prices.

HOW TO FILL-IN THE APPLICATION FORM?

All applicants must indicate the programme to which they seek admission. If they wish to be considered for any other programme(s), separate online applications must be submitted for each programme using the same login ID. Applicants must upload a recent passport-size photograph (taken within the last three months) in the space provided. They must also ensure that accurate marks are entered in the relevant fields.

The following scanned documents must be uploaded, wherever applicable:

1. Attested copy of the mark statement of the qualifying examination or a downloaded mark statement duly certified by the Headmaster/Headmistress concerned.
2. Attested copy of the Community Certificate.
3. In the case of CSI Christians of Madurai–Ramnad Diocese or Christians of other denominations, a scanned copy of the Family Membership Card, Confirmation Certificate, or Baptism Certificate.
4. Applicants with disabilities must upload valid medical certificates in support of their claim.
5. Sports persons who have represented at the District/State level must upload relevant certificates.
6. Applicants whose parents are non-graduates must upload a certificate from the Headmaster/Headmistress of the last school attended to avail the First-Generation Learner reservation.
7. Children of Ex-servicemen/Defence personnel must upload relevant certificates to substantiate their claim.

Submission of Application Forms

Only online submission of applications will be accepted. Application details must be uploaded within seven days from the date of publication of the +2 results. However, for PG programmes, completed applications may be submitted up to the day preceding the entrance test. Candidates requiring assistance with the online application process may approach the “May I Help You” desk.

Intimation of Admissions

Candidates who are provisionally selected will receive intimation via email and SMS to their registered email ID and mobile number. Admission will not be guaranteed if the instructions are not strictly followed. Selected candidates are advised not to request postponement of fee payment deadlines. Any delay in payment will be at the candidate’s own risk.

The selection list will be published on the College Notice Board and on the College Website: www.americancollege.edu.in

Mode of Payment

All payments must be made online through Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking via the College Website: www.americancollege.edu.in. Candidates who require assistance with online fee payment may approach the “May I Help You” desk.

Note: Fees once paid will be refunded in accordance with government norms. No refund will be permitted after 30 September 2026.

Submission of Certificates

Selected candidates must submit one passport-size photograph along with the Transfer Certificate (T.C.), Conduct Certificate, and original Mark Statement at the time of the Orientation Programme. Candidates are also advised to retain attested copies of the Higher Secondary Examination Mark Sheet, T.C., and other relevant documents before submitting the originals to the College. These copies may be required for future purposes such as scholarship applications.

Reservation of Seats for Differently Abled Persons

As per Government norms, seats are reserved for persons with disabilities.

DISCLAIMER

The conduct of academic programmes is governed by the rules and regulations of The American College and Madurai Kamaraj University. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information provided. However, The American College reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to amend or modify the terms, conditions, and fee structure.

The date of commencement of classes will be communicated to the selected candidates.