The college admission process involves obtaining a form, followed by a merit list and an interview where candidates choose two additional subjects alongside their primary choice. Seats are allocated based on merit. The Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree is seen as offering more future opportunities. The faculty is well-qualified, diverse in gender, and supportive, with a student-to-faculty ratio of about 50:1, indicating a need for more faculty. The chemistry department is highly praised, while the physics department is stricter.
The college has shifted from a single annual exam to a two-semester system with manageable exams. The Head of the Biotechnology Department is noted for effective management. Despite some criticisms, faculty members are generally viewed positively. The college's fees are affordable due to government affiliation, with scholarships available at the university level for financially weak students. BSc Computer Science fees are approximately Rs. 13,020, with exam fees of Rs. 200, and BSc Mathematics fees are about Rs. 5,000.
The total fee for St John's College in Agra is around Rs. 36,000 annually, with self-financed programs like Biotechnology potentially costing more. Registration fees are Rs. 250, and total costs range from Rs. 6,000 to Rs. 15,000 depending on the course. Placement success varies; for BCA, BCom, and BBA courses, 80-90% of students secure placements with companies like Wipro and Amazon, with the highest package at Rs. 1,200,000 and an average of Rs. 300,000. General courses and some science faculties have limited placement support.
Internships with companies like Hindustan Unilever offer stipends of Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 20,000 per month. Workshops and job fairs aim to enhance employability, though their effectiveness varies.
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