

Asan Memorial College of Arts and Science is a private, co-educational, self-financing institution in Chennai, affiliated to the University of Madras.
Asan Memorial College of Arts and Science is one of the self-financing, co-educational institutions in Chennai. It is governed by the Asan Memorial Association and is located in the suburban area of Pallikaranai, Chennai. The institution's vision is "Excellence in Education" and its motto is "Education beyond Classrooms."
The college was established in 1994 and was the realisation of the dream of visionary leader Shri. A.K. Gopalan, who aimed to fulfil the higher education needs of students. It was formally inaugurated by Shri. K. R. Narayanan, then Honourable Vice President of India. It began with 4 undergraduate courses and 6 faculty members, and introduced Shift II in 2010, offering UG courses in Commerce, BBA and BCA.
The college offers UG and PG courses as per the regulations of University of Madras, including 4 postgraduate courses approved by the university. It also offers value-added courses taught in collaboration with industry to bridge the gap between the curriculum and industry needs. A Career guidance and Placement Cell aims to create committed and competent professionals who embody ethics and entrepreneurship.
Campus facilities include grounds and gardens, an auditorium, a conference hall, laboratories, training kitchens and restaurants, a college canteen, a central library with departmental libraries, library internet access, sports grounds, and a counselling service. The college has clubs including a literary club, Drama Club, NSS and YRC to support students' interests in arts, culture and social service.
Applicants apply online using an enquiry form and go through counselling. Undergraduate courses admit students on merit based on Higher Secondary (+2) qualification, and postgraduate courses admit students who hold a prior bachelor's degree.