Chennai · Tamil Nadu
NIRF science_arts
#14
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Madras Christian College (MCC) is one of India's most prestigious liberal arts institutions, founded in 1837 by the Scottish missionary Rev. John Anderson. Located on a sprawling 365-acre campus in Tambaram, Chennai, it is affiliated with the University of Madras and operates under the aegis of the Church of South India. MCC is renowned for its academic excellence in arts, science, and commerce, consistently ranking among India's top colleges in NIRF rankings. The college pioneered the concept of autonomous status for affiliated colleges in India, receiving autonomy in 1978. Its distinctive residential campus life, strong emphasis on holistic education through its unique 'Dean of Residence' system, and distinguished alumni network spanning politics, academia, civil services, and the arts have cemented its reputation as the 'Eton of the East.' The college maintains a commitment to inclusive education with significant reservations for underprivileged communities.
Programs
17
listed
Streams
2
covered
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Placements
2025 · avg across 12 programs
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Average CTC
₹5.3L
per year
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Placed
69%
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Cost of attendance
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Tuition is pulled from the program's listed fees. Hostel / living / books defaults are India tier-1 averages — adjust to your situation.
Total over 3 years
₹7.0L
₹2.4L per year
B.Com. Accounting & Finance
ug 3y · 36m · 60 seats
B.Com. General
ug 3y · 36m · 180 seats
B.A. Economics
ug 3y · 36m · 90 seats
B.A. English Literature
ug 3y · 36m · 120 seats
B.Sc. Chemistry
ug 3y · 36m · 50 seats
Builds and maintains software systems across web, mobile, and data.
85/100
India demand
Entry
₹4L – ₹12L
Senior
₹35L – ₹90L
Extracts insights from data using statistics, ML, and domain knowledge.
80/100
India demand
Entry
₹6L – ₹18L
Senior
₹45L – ₹110L
School teaching or university faculty — B.Ed / B.El.Ed for schools, PhD for college posts.
80/100
India demand
Entry
₹3L – ₹7L
Senior
₹18L – ₹40L
Owns the what & why of a product; cross-functional leadership.
78/100
India demand
Entry
₹7L – ₹22L
Senior
₹50L – ₹120L
Audit, taxation, advisory — the licensed financial professional.
75/100
India demand
Entry
₹6L – ₹15L
Senior
₹35L – ₹80L
Brand building, digital campaigns, and growth — spans FMCG, tech, and direct-to-consumer.
75/100
India demand
Entry
₹5L – ₹12L
Senior
₹30L – ₹80L
Yes, Madras Christian College is recognised by the University Grants Commission.
Madras Christian College is NAAC-accredited with grade A++.
Madras Christian College is ranked #14 in the NIRF science_arts category in India's National Institutional Ranking Framework.
Yes, Madras Christian College offers on-campus hostel accommodation for students enrolled in one or more of its programs.
Yes, Madras Christian College offers scholarships across one or more of its programs. Eligibility and amounts vary by program; check the institution's official admissions page for specifics.
Madras Christian College offers 17 programs across 2 streams (Commerce & Management, Sciences & Arts).
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Aggregated rating
4.4/5
Sources: Reddit r/Chennai · Reddit r/india · Quora MCC reviews · CollegeDunia MCC page · Shiksha MCC reviews · AmbitionBox MCC reviews
Madras Christian College is overwhelmingly praised for its iconic campus, academic rigor, and transformative student experience. Students consistently highlight the unique residential 'Dean of Residence' system that builds lifelong friendships and leadership skills. The brand value opens doors for higher education and employment, particularly in finance, consulting, and IT. However, students note that pure science placements lag behind commerce and economics, and securing hostel accommodation is extremely competitive. The Tambaram location is seen as both a peaceful retreat and an inconvenience for city access.
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Home - Welcome to MCC
www.mcc.edu.in · 21/5/2026
B.Sc. Mathematics
ug 3y · 36m · 60 seats
B.Sc. Physics
ug 3y · 36m · 50 seats
B.Sc. Plant Biology & Plant Biotechnology
ug 3y · 36m · 40 seats
Computer Application–BCA
ug 3y · 36m
Computer Science – (B.Sc.)
ug 3y · 36m
Computer Science-MCA
pg · 24m
Data Science
ug 3y · 36m
M.A. English Literature
pg · 24m · 30 seats
M.Sc. Biotechnology
pg · 24m · 20 seats
M.Sc. Data Science
pg · 24m · 30 seats
PhD Programme
pg · 48m