St. Mary’s College Autonomous Thrissur is a Catholic institution affiliated to the University of Calicut, founded in 1964, by the Archdiocese of Thrissur. It offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses in arts, commerce, and science, covering a range of disciplines. The college is recognized as autonomous by the University Grants Commission (UGC) of India, providing autonomy. It is noted for academic excellence and has produced several notable alumni in various fields, known for its prominent alumni.