About
OfficialProvidence College for Women is an autonomous women's college in Coonoor, Tamil Nadu, established in 1966 and run by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Tarbes.
- Established in 1966
- Affiliated to Bharathiar University since 1981
- Autonomous status from 2021 onwards
- Managed by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Tarbes
- Campus has 420 plant species
About
Providence College for Women is located in the suburbs of Coonoor, about six km en route the Kotagiri-Coonoor Road, in Tamil Nadu. The college is managed and run by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Tarbes, a Catholic minority institution. Its vision includes quality education and excellence, holistic personality, and service.
History
The college was born in July 1966 and was established that year. It was affiliated to Madras University from 1966 to 1981 and to Bharathiar University from 1981 onward. The college gained autonomous status from 2021 onwards and celebrated its Golden Jubilee during the year 2015-2016.
Academics
The college offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in History, Economics, English literature, Botany, Mathematics, Commerce, Computer science and Languages. One mission statement is to transform family, society and nation through quality education.
Campus & Facilities
Facilities listed include a library, hostel, seminar hall, laboratories, sports and gym, ICT facilities, smart classes, and projectors.
Quick stats
Courses offered
15
Avg placements
Not yet verified
Total intake
Not yet verified
Hostel
Yes
Data last verified October 2026 · compiled from official sources