St. Aloysius College (officially recognized now as a Deemed University) is a prestigious Jesuit institution located in Mangaluru, Karnataka, India. Established in 1880, it has a rich legacy of providing high-quality education across a wide range of disciplines.​

Founded by nine Jesuit missionaries, St. Aloysius College started its journey affiliated to the University of Madras, later moving to Karnatak University in 1955. In 1980, it celebrated its centenary with then-President Neelam Sanjeeva Reddy. In 2002, Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam inaugurated the Information Technology Block. Gaining autonomy in 2007, the college was conferred Deemed-to-be University status in 2024 — but it continues to be widely known and celebrated as St. Aloysius College.

  Facilities

The university offers a comprehensive range of facilities to support academic and extracurricular activities:​

• Academic Infrastructure: Modern classrooms, well-equipped laboratories, and specialized research centers.​
• Library and Archives: A vast collection of books, journals, and digital resources, along with archives housing publications dating back to the 1890s.
• Aloyseum Museum: A unique museum featuring historical artifacts, including Mangalore's first car and generator, as well as collections of fossils and cultural items. ​
• Chapel: Renowned for its exquisite paintings, attracting numerous visitors annually.​
• Student Amenities: Facilities include sports complexes, health check-up centers, disabled-friendly structures, and sanitation services.  
• Community Engagement: The university operates a community radio station that has received national awards for promoting local language and culture

 Reputation

St. Aloysius College (Deemed to be University) holds a distinguished position in India's educational landscape:​

• NAAC Accreditation: Awarded an A++ grade with a CGPA of 3.67 in the fourth cycle of accreditation in April 2023. ​
• NIRF Ranking: Ranked 58th among Indian colleges in the 2024 National Institutional Ranking Framework.
• Recognitions: Designated as a "College with Potential for Excellence" by the UGC and granted "Star Status" by the Department of Biotechnology, Government of India. ​
• Notable Alumni: The university boasts an impressive list of alumni, including:​
  • K.V. Kamath: Former Chairman of ICICI Bank and BRICS Bank.​
  • George Fernandes: Former Union Defence Minister.
  • K.L. Rahul: International cricketer.​
  • Aravind Adiga: Man Booker Prize-winning author.​
  • Anant Agarwal: CEO of edX and MIT professor. ​

For more detailed information, you can visit the official website: St. Aloysius (Deemed to be University).