Holy Cross College (autonomous) Nagercoil Kanyakumari

Holy Cross College(Autonomous), Kanyakumari is the first women’s college in Kanyakumari that is managed by Congregation of Sisters of Cross, Chavanod. The institute is established with an objective to empower women by imparting quality education to them. The college is guided by spiritual Christian principles which it bestows on its students through awareness programs and character formation activities.

Holy Cross College is offering an array of under-graduate, graduate, post-graduate and doctorate courses in the streams of Art, Science & Commerce. The College is proud of its eminent faculties and their innovative teaching methods which include brain-storming sessions, online teaching, GDs, peer teaching etc.

Vision

Empowered by the self emptying love of God & inspired by our Mother Foundress Claudine Echernier, we the Crossian family, envision a just and harmonious society where all people live life in its fullness.

Mission

Holy Cross College aims at forming well-integrated persons, who will strive to transform society, by meeting the challenges of life and taking a stand in the struggles of the poor and the marginalized.

Goal

The College stands for total liberation and development of the whole person of the student in order to prepare them to take their rightful place and responsibility in society.

Objectives

• To give an all round formation to students in the light of Christian principles inculcating spiritual , cultural, social and ethical values.
• To work towards academic excellence on par with international standards.
• To develop social awareness and commitment among the staff and students to the benefit of the society around specially the poor and the marginalised.
• To motivate students towards environmental issues and sustainable development.
• To instill in students appreciation and respect for the country.