St. Theresa’s College MA FAQs
Ques. Is MA from St. Theresa’s College for Women, Eluru recognised for UGC NET and PhD admissions?
Ans. Yes. MA from St. Theresa’s Autonomous College, affiliated to Adikavi Nannaya University (a state university), is recognised for UGC NET and JRF examinations and for PhD admissions at universities across India. The NAAC A+ accreditation reflects the academic quality of the college and supports the credibility of the degree for competitive examinations and research applications.
Ques. Can students from outside Andhra Pradesh apply to MA programmes at St. Theresa’s College for Women?
Ans. Yes, the college is open to women candidates from any state, not restricted to AP domicile for admissions. However, state government scholarships like AP Post Matric Scholarship and Jagananna Vidya Deevena are available only to AP domicile women students. Out-of-state students can apply for central government scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal.
Ques. What is the total fee for MA Economics and MA English at St. Theresa’s College and what is included?
Ans. MA Economics annual tuition is ₹12,900, totalling ₹25,800 for two years. MA English annual tuition is ₹15,100, totalling ₹30,200 for two years. Examination and university charges are payable separately to Adikavi Nannaya University each semester as per their schedule. Both figures are for tuition only; hostel charges are separate if applicable.
Ques. What career options are available after MA Economics from St. Theresa’s College for Women?
Ans. MA Economics graduates can pursue PhD Economics, UGC NET for Assistant Professor eligibility, civil services with economics optional, banking and finance careers, economic research in think tanks and government, and development sector roles in NGOs and international organisations. The NABARD and RBI Grade B examinations are popular career targets for MA Economics graduates at women’s colleges in Andhra Pradesh.
Ques. Is St. Theresa’s College for Women Eluru autonomous and what does that mean for the MA curriculum?
Ans. Yes, the college has autonomous status granted by Adikavi Nannaya University. Autonomous status means the college can design its own curriculum, set its own question papers, and award degrees in the university’s name. This allows St. Theresa’s to keep the curriculum updated with current academic and industry trends, rather than relying solely on the university’s standardised syllabus. Degrees awarded are still AKNU degrees with full recognition.
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