Arakalagudu Varadarajulu Kanthamma College for Women
Established in September 1966, A.V. Kanthamma College for Women was founded with a vision to provide higher education to socially and economically disadvantaged women of Hassan and the surrounding region.
Affiliated to the University of Hassan, the college has grown over the decades into one of Hassan's respected institutions for women's education, offering undergraduate programmes across Science, Commerce, Computer Applications and Humanities.
The College Today
A tradition of education, inclusion and student development continues to shape the institution today.
Learning, Growth & Opportunity
Today the college serves approximately 1,100 students across the Science, Humanities and Commerce streams, with hostel accommodation for over 300 out-station students.
The institution provides a supportive academic environment with a well-resourced library and active co-curricular programmes in art, music, theatre and sports.
The college follows the curriculum prescribed by the University of Hassan and works under the guidance of the Department of Collegiate Education, Government of Karnataka. Its Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) continuously reviews teaching, learning and student support.
Decades of Women's Education
From a vision established in 1966 to an institution committed to empowering generations of women.
A Vision for Women
A.V. Kanthamma College for Women was established to expand access to higher education for women in Hassan and surrounding regions.
Growing With Generations
Over the decades, the college has continued to develop its academic programmes and student support systems.
Education for Tomorrow
The institution continues to focus on academic excellence, holistic development, confidence, values and career readiness.