Mar Athanasius College · Kothamangalam
BA English at Mar Athanasius College
3-year degree blending classic lit, creative writing & media studies — tucked in the hills of Kothamangalam.
Average Package (2025)
From campus placement data
Key numbers
NAAC Grade
A (3.22)
NIRF Rank
#74
Total Program Fees
₹36,000
Batch Intake
40 seats
Investment
₹0.4L total
~₹0.1L per year
- Tuition Fee₹12,000per year
Are you eligible?
Class 12 Subject Requirement
Must have studied English as a subject in Class 12.
Minimum Aggregate Score
At least 45% marks in the qualifying examination.
3-Year Academic Journey
Year +0
Year 1
British Literature, American Literature & Literary Theory foundations.
Year +1
Year 2
Indian Writing in English, Creative Writing & Media Studies.
Year +2
Year 3
Advanced seminars, projects & campus placement drive.
Placement · 2025
Where graduates land
Placement rate
50%
Top recruiters
Campus Life Perks
On-campus hostel facilities are available, and the college offers scholarships — rare finds at this fee point that can make the 3-year journey smoother.
The verdict
Worth considering
If you want an ultra-affordable BA English with a solid NAAC 'A' tag, hostel, and scholarship options in Kerala, MAC Kothamangalam is worth considering. But treat it as a stepping stone: the 50% placement rate and modest ₹2.5 L average package mean you should plan for higher studies (MA English, Journalism, or UPSC prep) rather than relying solely on campus recruitment. The confidence score on this data is only 40%, so verify the latest curriculum and placement details directly with the college before committing.
Matches what you said
- ✓ Low fees
- ✓ Hostel facility
- ✓ Scholarship availability
- ✓ Literature & Media focus
Doesn't match
- ✗ High campus placement rate
- ✗ High starting salary
- ✗ Entrance exam based admission