Whether or not to join APU

The college is a highly politically active space. With the space being currently dominated by one of the many political thoughts, it can be rather discomforting for many. It is suggested that the applicant is aware and tolerant of diverse political thoughts.

The course is designed quite well. In the first few semesters, the courses are fixed and the electives are very few. However, in the second year, a lot of electives are available to choose from and the course comprises of electives largely.

The college does not promote the idea of 'education for placement'. Students are directed to take up jobs in grassroot organisations. This clearly impacts the offered pay scale during the placement process. Internships are not provided by the college but it wants its students to take up internships and APU provides enough support in getting internships at renowned organisations.

Events are all organised and managed by the student body. 1. Unmukt: the annual festival. The event is quite low key and there is nothing grand about the event. 2. Aaghaz: the event promotes and celebrates the inquisitive spirit. There are several other events which are celebrated only if the student body plans to.

The fee structure is quite feasible. With a wide range of financial scholarships for the students, the cost of living and of tuition is payable. Compared to other similar colleges, the fee is quite feasible.

Financial scholarships are available for students. Students who come from households that earn below a mark (around 4 lakh annually) are offered scholarships. This scholarship can range somewhere between 50% to 80% of the tuition fee and hostel fee.

The college has a decent computer lab which has pretty decent computers and licensed softwares. The lab is accessible round the clock. Teachers provide all relevant support with softwares. The lab is quite good.

The alumni network is still not as big and as functional as that of other, similar colleges. However, the passed out students share a special bond with the space and they often visit it even after the course is over. They share their learnings from the work space which is quite helpful for the existing students.

Step 1: Applied for the course online Step 2: Wrote a test Step 3: selected and called for interview Step 4: selected for the course The application fees is quite low and we also have the option of applying for more than 1 course in a form.

Some of the best academics and intellectuals in the country are working as the faculty at the university. They are quite helpful and are quite aware of the latest developments in the space of social science. One of the best thing about APU is the faculty.