Forman Christian College
Also known as FCCU · FC College
Forman Christian College, in Lahore, was founded in the 19th century and was granted chartered university status in 2003. It is known for a broad liberal arts and sciences education.
Quick Facts
| Founded | 1864 |
|---|---|
| Location | Lahore |
| Province | Punjab |
| Private or Government | Private |
| Institution Type | College |
| HEC Recognition | HEC Recognized |
| Website | http://www.fccollege.edu.pk/ |
About
Forman Christian College, in Lahore, was founded in the 19th century and was granted chartered university status in 2003. It is known for a broad liberal arts and sciences education.
Degree Programs
| Program | Duration | Eligibility | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| BBA | 4 Years | Intermediate, A Level, High School, IB or DAE; FEAT (Accuplacer) English & Maths test; admission by past academic performance and FEAT. | — |
| BS Applied Psychology | 4 Years | Intermediate, A Level, High School, IB or DAE; FEAT (Accuplacer) English & Maths test; admission by past academic performance and FEAT. | — |
| BS Biological Sciences | 4 Years | Intermediate, A Level, High School, IB or DAE; FEAT (Accuplacer) English & Maths test; admission by past academic performance and FEAT. | — |
| BS Biotechnology | 4 Years | Biology at Intermediate (or equivalent); FEAT plus subject-specific test. | — |
| BS Chemistry | 4 Years | Intermediate, A Level, High School, IB or DAE; FEAT (Accuplacer) English & Maths test; admission by past academic performance and FEAT. | — |
| BS Christian Studies (Bachelor of Studies) Bachelor of Studies | 4 Years | Intermediate, A Level, High School, IB or DAE; FEAT (Accuplacer) English & Maths test; admission by past academic performance and FEAT. | — |
| BS Computer Science | 4 Years | Intermediate with Mathematics (or pre-medical with two maths deficiency courses), minimum 50%; FEAT plus two additional mathematics tests. | — |
| BS Data Analytics | 4 Years | Intermediate, A Level, High School, IB or DAE; FEAT (Accuplacer) English & Maths test; admission by past academic performance and FEAT. | — |
| BS Economics | 4 Years | Intermediate, A Level, High School, IB or DAE; FEAT (Accuplacer) English & Maths test; admission by past academic performance and FEAT. | — |
| BS Education | 4 Years | Intermediate, A Level, High School, IB or DAE; FEAT (Accuplacer) English & Maths test; admission by past academic performance and FEAT. | — |
| BS English Bachelor of Studies | 4 Years | Intermediate, A Level, High School, IB or DAE; FEAT (Accuplacer) English & Maths test; admission by past academic performance and FEAT. | — |
| BS Environmental Sciences | 4 Years | Intermediate, A Level, High School, IB or DAE; FEAT (Accuplacer) English & Maths test; admission by past academic performance and FEAT. | — |
| BS Geography | 4 Years | Intermediate, A Level, High School, IB or DAE; FEAT (Accuplacer) English & Maths test; admission by past academic performance and FEAT. | — |
| BS History | 4 Years | Intermediate, A Level, High School, IB or DAE; FEAT (Accuplacer) English & Maths test; admission by past academic performance and FEAT. | — |
| BS Islamic Studies Bachelor of Studies | 4 Years | Intermediate, A Level, High School, IB or DAE; FEAT (Accuplacer) English & Maths test; admission by past academic performance and FEAT. | — |
| BS Linguistics | 4 Years | Intermediate, A Level, High School, IB or DAE; FEAT (Accuplacer) English & Maths test; admission by past academic performance and FEAT. | — |
| BS Mass Communication | 4 Years | Intermediate, A Level, High School, IB or DAE; FEAT (Accuplacer) English & Maths test; admission by past academic performance and FEAT. | — |
| BS Mathematics | 4 Years | Intermediate, A Level, High School, IB or DAE; FEAT (Accuplacer) English & Maths test; admission by past academic performance and FEAT. | — |
| BS Microbiology | 4 Years | Intermediate, A Level, High School, IB or DAE; FEAT (Accuplacer) English & Maths test; admission by past academic performance and FEAT. | — |
| BS Philosophy Bachelor of Studies | 4 Years | Intermediate, A Level, High School, IB or DAE; FEAT (Accuplacer) English & Maths test; admission by past academic performance and FEAT. | — |
| BS Physics | 4 Years | Intermediate, A Level, High School, IB or DAE; FEAT (Accuplacer) English & Maths test; admission by past academic performance and FEAT. | — |
| BS Political Science | 4 Years | Intermediate, A Level, High School, IB or DAE; FEAT (Accuplacer) English & Maths test; admission by past academic performance and FEAT. | — |
| BS Psychology | 4 Years | Intermediate, A Level, High School, IB or DAE; FEAT (Accuplacer) English & Maths test; admission by past academic performance and FEAT. | — |
| BS Public Policy and Administration | 4 Years | Intermediate, A Level, High School, IB or DAE; FEAT (Accuplacer) English & Maths test; admission by past academic performance and FEAT. | — |
| BS Sociology | 4 Years | Intermediate, A Level, High School, IB or DAE; FEAT (Accuplacer) English & Maths test; admission by past academic performance and FEAT. | — |
| BS Statistics | 4 Years | Intermediate, A Level, High School, IB or DAE; FEAT (Accuplacer) English & Maths test; admission by past academic performance and FEAT. | — |
| BS Urdu Bachelor of Studies | 4 Years | Intermediate, A Level, High School, IB or DAE; FEAT (Accuplacer) English & Maths test; admission by past academic performance and FEAT. | — |
| Executive MA Public Policy | — | ||
| Executive MBA | — | ||
| MBA | — | ||
| MPhil Applied Economics | — | ||
| MPhil Biblical Studies | — | ||
| MPhil Biotechnology | — | ||
| MPhil Chemistry | — | ||
| MPhil Education | — | ||
| MPhil English | — | ||
| MPhil Environmental Sciences | — | ||
| MPhil Food Safety and Quality Management | — | ||
| MPhil in Mass Communication | — | ||
| MPhil Molecular Pathology Genomics | — | ||
| MPhil Pharmaceutics | — | ||
| MPhil Physics | — | ||
| MPhil Political Science | — | ||
| MPhil Public Policy | — | ||
| MPhil Sociology | — | ||
| MPhil Statistics | — | ||
| MPhil Urdu | — | ||
| MS Clinical Psychology | — | ||
| MS Computer Science | — | ||
| MS Data Science | — | ||
| MS Software Engineering | — | ||
| Pharm-D | 5 Years | Intermediate Pre-Medical (Biology, Chemistry, Physics) with at least 60% marks (or A Level equivalent); FEAT. | — |
| PhD Applied Economics | — | ||
| PhD Biotechnology | — | ||
| PhD Chemistry | — | ||
| PhD English | — | ||
| PhD Physics | — | ||
| PhD Psychology | — | ||
| PhD Public Policy | — |
Admissions
Undergraduate admission is normally based on HSSC or an equivalent qualification, with many institutions adding an entry test or interview. Postgraduate admission commonly requires GAT or an institutional equivalent. Requirements, closing dates and merit criteria change each cycle, so treat the institution’s own admissions page as authoritative. As a private-sector institution, fees are set institutionally rather than by government schedule, and can differ substantially between programmes — ask for the full per-semester schedule, not just the first instalment.
Applying in Punjab
Public-sector engineering admission in Punjab runs through the ECAT administered by UET Lahore, while medical and dental admission uses the national MDCAT. Punjab operates one of the country’s largest public university systems, so applicants typically hold offers from several institutions at once and should compare merit positions before accepting.
HEC Recognition and Accreditation
Forman Christian College holds Higher Education Commission recognition. That status confirms the institution is chartered and empowered to award degrees whose attestation the HEC will process. Recognition is institutional, however, and does not by itself confirm that any particular programme is accredited by its professional body. Applicants should confirm programme-level accreditation with the relevant council directly.
Disciplines
Contact Details
- Address: Ferozpur Road, Lahore
- Phone: +92-42-99230782, +92-42-99231581-88
- Official website: fccollege.edu.pk
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Forman Christian College recognized by HEC?
Yes. The Higher Education Commission of Pakistan lists Forman Christian College as a recognised institution, which means its degrees can be attested by the HEC and are accepted for further study and public-sector employment. Recognition applies to the institution; individual programmes may additionally require accreditation from a professional council.
Is Forman Christian College private or government?
Forman Christian College is a private-sector institution. Private institutions set their own fee schedules rather than following a government scale, so ask for the complete per-semester cost across the full degree rather than only the first instalment.
What entry test is required for admission to Forman Christian College?
Requirements vary by programme. Most undergraduate intakes are based on HSSC or an equivalent qualification, and many institutions add their own entry test or interview. Confirm the current requirement on the institution's own admissions page, since criteria and closing dates change each cycle.
Does HEC recognition mean every programme at Forman Christian College is accredited?
No. HEC recognition confirms the institution is chartered to award degrees. Individual programmes in regulated fields need separate accreditation — the Pakistan Engineering Council for engineering, PMDC for medicine and dentistry, the Pakistan Bar Council for law, NCEAC for computing. A programme can sit inside a recognised institution without holding that professional accreditation, so check the specific programme before enrolling.
Where is Forman Christian College located?
Forman Christian College is located in Lahore, Punjab. Full address and contact details are listed above; the official website is www.fccollege.edu.pk.