Education in Chennai

Just out of school and wondering what course of study to follow? Are you confused with the various entrance test procedures and options? With the various educational opportunities available today, it is little wonder that students are left bewildered by the avalanche of information. Career guidance is more important than ever before. Ever so often, students are handicapped by the lack of practical information about various options in the city and outside.

Peruse the list of top B-schools in India and popular universities abroad. Check out the list of deemed universities and engineering and medical colleges in Tamil Nadu. Our comprehensive list of Deemed Universities in Tamil Nadu is of much help to parents and students alike. The list of engineering colleges affiliated to Anna University can also be found here. Check out the medical colleges in the state. Our pages carry comprehensive information on courses in visual arts, humanities and mass media, law schools, hotel management, insurance and finance.

Other than Madras University and other professional universities in the city, there are other state government run universities in the rest of Tamil Nadu.

• Alagappa University Karaikudi
  
• Annamalai University, Annamalainagar
  
• Bharathiar University, Coimbatore
  
• Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli
  
• Madurai Kamraj University, Madurai
  
• Manonmaniam Sundarnar University, Thirunelveli
  
• Periyar University, Salem
  
• Mother Teresa Women's University, Kodaikanal
  
• Tamil University, Thanjavur
  
• Tamilnadu Agricultural University, Combatore
  
• Tamilnadu Dr. Ambedkar Law University, Chennai
  
• Tamilnadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Chennai
  
• Thiruvalluvar University, Fort,Vellore
  

Other than information on various courses that you can pursue, this section seeks to provide informative tips on interview skills, aptitude tests and associated soft skills that are necessary to move ahead in these competitive times. Higher education doesn't come cheap. Education loans are being offered by many banks and financial institutions. Learn more about ways to fund your child's education.

Take a broader perspective if you are also thinking of looking at foreign shores for further studies. What was earlier an option for postgraduate and doctoral studies, universities in the US, Australia, Germany, France, Singapore and European Universities are now an option for under-graduate students from India. Find out more on competitive exams like SAT, GRE and CAT.

Take a look at our guide on various educational avenues - a comprehensive guide to college education all in one place. Our section on admission procedures and various entrance tests takes you through a quick look at different avenues and prerequisites for admission. From pursuing engineering degrees in a reputed institution to admission procedures for foreign universities, we have it all for you!