Madras Christian College
Liberal arts and sciences college in Chennai, India / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Madras Christian College (MCC) is a liberal arts and sciences college in Chennai, India. Founded in 1837, MCC is one of Asia's oldest extant colleges. The college is affiliated to the University of Madras but functions as an autonomous institution from its main campus in Tambaram, Chennai.
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Type | Government Aided (Minority Institution) |
Established | 1837; 187 years ago (1837) |
Principal | Dr. P. Wilson |
Academic staff | 300 Full Time |
Students | 8500 |
Location | , , 12.921293°N 80.121971°E / 12.921293; 80.121971 |
Campus | Suburban, 365 acres |
Affiliations | University of Madras |
Website | mcc |
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It was established originally as a school for boys in the place where Anderson Church is located.[1] From its origins as a missionary endeavor of the Church of Scotland, MCC's alumni and professors include several civil servants, administrators, educators, business people and political leaders.[2]