Holly Cross College

Holy Cross College (Autonomous) Tiruchirappalli is a highly reputed Arts and Science College for Women in the state of Tamil Nadu. Situated at the heart of The Rock City on the banks of the River Cauvery, Holy Cross College has a unique history of academic excellence. It is a Catholic Institution established in 1923 when higher education for women was considered almost a transgression. It has been in the fore front of womens education for 97 years and is marching towards the centenary. In keeping with its mission, the college admits a number of students from the socially and economically weaker strata of the society, irrespective of religion and caste. It is one of the oldest colleges for women in South India and is affiliated to Bharathidasan University. The College is administered by the Sisters of the Cross of Chavanod, 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 ...