Loyola College: Courses, Fees, Admission , Placements, Ranking

Chennai, India


Loyola College ,Chennai ,Tamil Nadu

Overview

Loyola College was founded in 1925 by the Society of Jesus to offer University education in a Catholic environment in Chennai, India. The college is ranked #8 by the National Institute of Ranking Framework (NIRF). In 1978, the college affiliated with the University of Madras became autonomous. In 2024 the highest package offered went up to INR 28 LPA and the top recruiting companies include Amazon, Google, TCS, HDFC Bank, Accenture India, Infosys, Wipro, and Flipkart.

The college offers 19 UG and 19 PG courses and programs, with 12 institutions. Along with 11 departments focusing on M.Phil and 12 departments focusing on Ph.D. programs, the most popular UG and PG programs offered by Loyola College are B.Sc, B.A., B.com, M.Sc, and M.A. The college also conducts its test called LoVAT (Loyola Visual Aptitude Test) for media courses. 

Overview Table:

Aspects

Specialization

Rank

#8 by National Institute of Ranking Framework.

Highest Package (2024)

INR 28 LPA

Top Recruiters

Amazon, Google, TCS, HDFC Bank, Accenture India, Infosys, Wipro & Flipkart

Popular Courses

B.Sc, B.A., B.com M.Sc, & M.A.

Admission Process

Online

Scholarships

Private/Government/Non-Government

Location

Chennai

Established Year

1925


Loyola College Rank

Loyola College is ranked #8 with an impressive score of 70.74 by the NIRF and India’s Today Ranking. The college has been consistently ranked in the top 10 colleges in India for three years. The detailed ranking is given below.


Year

NIRF Ranking

India’s Today Ranking

2021

#3

#3

2022

#4

#4

2023

#7

#7

(Note: The ranking is based on colleges’ position in India = Loyola College rank/total number of colleges.)

Loyola College ,Chennai ,Tamil Nadu

Programs

Loyola College offers B.Sc. courses specializing in biotechnology, Computer Science, Visual Communication, commerce, humanities, and Management studies. Details regarding UG and PG programs are mentioned below.

UG Courses

Programs  

Total Tuition Fees  

B.Sc  

₹88,680  

₹44,100  

₹1.65 Lacs  

₹61,620  

B.com  

₹2.85 Lacs  

₹2.5 Lacs  

₹4.6 Lacs  

₹4.6 Lacs  

B.A  

₹43,830  

₹42,570  

₹39,900  

₹42,570  


PG Programs


Programs 

Total Tuition Fees 

M.Sc 

₹1.04 Lacs 

₹1.09 Lacs 

₹30,340 Lacs 

₹1.45 Lacs 

M.A. 

₹26,520 

₹24,800 

₹38,880 

₹65,200 

Master of Business Administration [MBA]

1 courses • 2 years
--Average tuition fees
--Median salary
--Exams accepted
-Application date

Bachelor of Arts [BA]

1 courses • 3 years
--Average tuition fees
--Median salary
--Exams accepted
-Application date

Loyola College ,Chennai ,Tamil Nadu

Admissions

The College offers UG and PG courses like B.Sc, M.Sc, B.com, M.com, and B.A. & M.A. Students must have a sturdy and balanced academic record in school for UG courses and in previous degrees for PG courses. Details are mentioned below.


Name of Program 

Number of Courses 

Course Duration 

Eligibility 

Exam Entrance Required 

B.Sc 

3 years 

60% Marks with Mathematics/Statistics/Computer Science and with Mathematics in 10+2 

Merit-based (Media courses - Loyola Visual Aptitude Test {LoVAT} 

B.Com 

60% marks in commerce, accountancy, economics, mathematics, and statistics. 

Merit-based 

B.A. 

10 

10+2 from a recognized board with relevant subjects 

B.Voc 

10+2 from a recognized board 

BBA 

10+2 from a recognized board with Commerce, Accountancy & Economics 

Online aptitude test + Personal Interview. 

M.Sc 

13 

2 years 

Bachelors with a minimum 50% aggregate in Mathematics/Statistics/Computer Science and with Mathematics in 10+2 

College Level Pg Entrance exam 

M.Com 

Bachelors from a recognized college and qualifying score in the entrance test. 

M.A. 

10  

Bachelors from a recognized University with a relevant degree. 

M.Voc 

50% aggregate in bachelor’s from a recognized University 

Master of Business Administration [MBA]

1

Courses

2 yrs

Duration

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Tuition Fees

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Exams

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Eligibility

1

Courses

3 yrs

Duration

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Total Seats

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Tuition Fees

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FAQs related to Admissions

After being recognized by the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research Loyola College has been termed as the Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation, the greatest honor for Arts and Science College.

Loyola College doesn’t accept the CUET examination score and gives admission to students on scores obtained by the state board.

Loyola College provides two different shifts, shift 1 falls under the Aided programs while Shift 2 falls under the self-financed courses.

Loyola College ,Chennai ,Tamil Nadu

Placements

Loyola College carries an upgoing placements record throughout all the programs and courses, the highest package in 2024 went up to INR 28 LPA while the average package went up to INR 6 LPA. A detailed placement record is given below.


Record

2021-22

2022-23

2023-24

Number of Companies visited Placement (%)

100+

100+

N/A

Placement (%)

17%

90%

70%

Highest Package (LPA)

₹21.97 LPA

₹22 LPA

₹10 LPA

Average Package (LPA)

₹5.25 LPA

₹6 LPA

₹4.5 LPA

Lowest Package (LPA)

₹3 LPA

₹3 LPA

₹2.4 LPA

Loyola College ,Chennai ,Tamil Nadu

Scholarships

Loyola College offers scholarships to students belonging to the SC, ST, SCC, Muslims, Sikhs, Christians, Buddhists, Jain, and Zoroastrian communities. Students can apply for a scholarship in all programs, UG programs don’t have any income limit while PG programs require an annual ceiling limit of 2.5 LPA. More details are mentioned below.


Scholarship

Title and conditions

Management Scholarship

Nevette Scholarship in the name of a French Jesuit

Non-Government Scholarships

Integrated Village Development Project (IDVP)

Post Matric Scholarships

Only for Minorities, SC/ST/SCC (Converted Christians)

Government Scholarships

Pudhumai Penn Scheme

Loyola College ,Chennai ,Tamil Nadu

Infrastructure

Loyola College offers well-furnished AC and non-AC rooms and smart classrooms with internet connectivity. In addition to the classrooms, the college provides fast internet connectivity and computers in the Library hence boosting the learning process. More details are mentioned below.


Facilities

Details

Hostel

Separate hostel for boys and girls with well-furnished furniture and Wi-Fi connectivity.

Auditorium

Large halls are used for various activities and cultural events.

Library

A vast section of books with Wi-Fi connectivity in a large air-conditioned library.

Cafeteria

The faculty provides three different cuisine styles and multi-nutrients, ensuring that every student has a healthy diet.

Sports Complex

A large ground where athletes can warm up with different types of outdoor activities.

Gym

Basketballs, volleyballs, badminton, and heavy weights as well as indoor games.

Hospital / Medical Facilities

Essential medical help to students the health center is filled with experienced staff members.

Wifi Campus

Available all around the campus.


Loyola College Hotel

Loyola College provides students with two hostel sections, AC and non-AC, and students can choose the option they deem fit for them. In both girls’ and boys’ hostels, a single sharing room is provided for research scholars. While the visitors are not allowed to stay in the hostel room with the student upon prior notice the guardians are provided with a guest room with separate charges. More details are given below.


Non AC rooms

Accommodation Type

Boys

Girls

Single sharing

1.24 Lacs

1.24 Lacs

3 sharing

1.05 Lacs

1.05 Lacs

4 sharing

1.04 Lacs

1.04 Lacs

5 sharing

1.03 Lacs

1.03 Lacs


AC rooms

Accommodation Type

Boys

Girls

Single sharing

1.82 Lacs

1.82 Lacs

3 sharing

1.72 Lacs

1.72 Lacs

4 sharing

1.67 Lacs

1.67 Lacs

5 sharing

1.62 Lacs

1.62 Lacs

FAQs related to Infrastructure programs

Yes, girls students can also join Loyola College.

For Boys formal trousers with tucked-in shirts and shoes and for girls salwar kameez or chudidhar with neatly pinned.

Yes, but only basic mobile phones are allowed and should be kept on silent.