Success Stories
Celebrating the Achievements of Our Outstanding Students
Excellence in Education
At St. Mary's ISC, we believe in nurturing talent and fostering an environment where every student can achieve their fullest potential. As the best PU College in Chikmagalur, we are committed to combining academic excellence with holistic development, enabling our students to grow into confident achievers.
The success stories of our alumni from St. Mary's ISC are a true reflection of this legacy. Their hard work, perseverance, and the guidance of our dedicated faculty have led to remarkable accomplishments—ranging from top ranks in NEET and JEE to global scholarships and pioneering research. At St. Mary's ISC, diverse talents continue to flourish, shaping leaders and innovators of tomorrow.
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Featured Success Stories
Global Scholarships
Samay Mallesh
Multiple International Offers | Now at Arizona State University
86% in Grade 10
PCM with Arts
₹1.5 Crores Offer
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Engineering
Abhishek C.S.
JEE Mains 97.1 Percentile | Now at NITK Surathkal
93% in Grade 10
93% in Grade 12
PCMC Stream
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Global Scholarships
Pushkarini L
₹2.2 Crores Scholarship | Now at University of Toronto
98% in Grade 10
98.25% in Grade 12
PCMB Stream
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Medical
Nashwanuha
NEET Rank ~57,000 | Now at Srinivas Institute of Medical Science
95.6% in Grade 10
95.5% in Grade 12
100% Scholarship
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Global Scholarships
Shanmukh Reddy
USD 60,000 Scholarship | Now at Arizona State University
87% in Grade 10
86% in Grade 12
SAT Score 1100
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Engineering
Samrudh
KCET Rank 2800 | Now at PES University, Bangalore
94% in Grade 10
92.4% in Grade 12
Reliance Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship
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Engineering
Likith P. Gujjar
JEE Mains Rank 6,020 | Now at NIT Surathkal
95% in Grade 10
91% in Grade 12
50% Scholarship
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Engineering
Sushanth Gowda
₹80 Lakh Scholarship | Now at BMS College of Engineering
93% in Grade 10
89% in Grade 12
PCMC Stream
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Medical
Deekshitha
NEET Rank 62,248 | Now at Haveri Institute of Medical Sciences
96.2% in Grade 10
97% in Grade 12
₹50,000 Scholarship
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"Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire."
- W.B. Yeats
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Samay Mallesh: From Chikmagalur to the U.S.
A Journey of Global Opportunities
Samay Mallesh
Alumni of St. Mary's ISC
Computer Science Student with minor in Business at Arizona State University, Phoenix, Arizona
From Chikmagalur to the U.S.
Grade 10
Foundation at St. Mary's ICSE
St. Mary's ICSE
Growing up in the hills of Chikmagalur, Samay always had big dreams. He scored an impressive 86% in Grade 10 at St. Mary's ICSE, laying a strong foundation for his future.
86% in Grade 10
Higher Secondary
PCM with Arts at St. Mary's ISC
St. Mary's ISC
Samay continued his journey at St. Mary's ISC, taking up PCM with Arts. While balancing academics, he began preparing for international exams like the SAT and IELTS, securing a SAT score of 1160.
PCM with Arts
SAT & IELTS Preparation
International Offers
Multiple Prestigious Offers
Global Universities
Samay's efforts paid off in a big way, receiving multiple offers from prestigious universities in the U.S.
Saint Louis University - ₹1.5 Crores
Arizona State University - ₹94 Lakhs
New York Instituteof Technology - ₹86 Lakhs
Univeristy of Rochester - ₹80 Lakhs
Michigan University, Phoenix - ₹65 Lakhs
Present
Pursuing Computer Science in the U.S.
AZU, Phoenix, Arizona
Today, Samay is pursuing a Bachelor of Science, majoring in Computer Science with a minor in Business in the U.S., living his dream of studying abroad.
Computer Science Major
Business Minor
"At St. Mary's, I didn't just prepare for exams — I prepared for the world."
- Samay Mallesh
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Abhishek C.S.: From St. Mary's to NITK Surathkal
A Journey of Engineering Excellence
Abhishek C.S.
Alumni of St. Mary's ISC
Civil Engineering Student at NITK Surathkal
Surathkal, Karnataka
Grade 10
Strong Start at St. Mary's ICSE
St. Mary's ICSE
Abhishek built a strong academic track right from the start, completing Grade 10 at St. Mary's ICSE with an impressive 93%.
93% in Grade 10
Higher Secondary
PCMC Stream at St. Mary's ISC
St. Mary's ISC
Abhishek continued at St. Mary's ISC for Grades 11 and 12, choosing the PCMC stream and graduating with 93% in Grade 12.
PCMC Stream
93% in Grade 12
Competitive Exams
JEE Success
National Level
Abhishek excelled in engineering entrance exams, achieving a 97.1 percentile in JEE Mains, which earned him admission to the prestigious NITK Surathkal.
JEE Mains 97.1 Percentile
NITK Surathkal
Present
Civil Engineering at NITK
NITK Surathkal
Today, Abhishek is pursuing Civil Engineering at NITK Surathkal, laying the foundation for a future in infrastructure and design.
Civil Engineering
Infrastructure & Design
"The right environment, consistent effort, and focus can take you exactly where you aim to go."
- Abhishek C.S.
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Pushkarini L: A Small-Town Dreamer, Now in Canada's Top University
A Journey of Global Excellence
Pushkarini L
Alumni of St. Mary's ISC
Neuroscience Student at University of Toronto
From Channarayapatna to Canada
Grade 10
Exceptional Performance at Jnanasagara
Jnanasagara International School
In the town of Channarayapatna, Pushkarini was already making waves with her sharp mind and relentless discipline, completing Grade 10 at Jnanasagar International School with a stunning 98%.
98% in Grade 10
Higher Secondary
Frederick Lobo Scholarship at St. Mary's ISC
St. Mary's ISC
Pushkarini joined St. Mary's ISC with the prestigious Frederick Lobo Scholarship. Opting for the challenging PCMB stream, she excelled once again, scoring an impressive 98.25% in Grade 12.
Frederick Lobo Scholarship
PCMB Stream
98.25% in Grade 12
Competitive Exams
Global Recognition
National & International Level
With dreams that reached far beyond borders, Pushkarini prepared for competitive exams, securing a 96.2 percentile in JEE and applying for global scholarships.
96.2 Percentile in JEE
Global Scholarship Applications
Scholarship Achievement
Lester B. Pearson Scholarship
University of Toronto
Pushkarini earned the Lester B. Pearson Scholarship, one of the most competitive awards in the world, and received an offer worth ₹2.2 Crores from the University of Toronto, Canada.
Lester B. Pearson Scholarship
University of Toronto
₹2.2 Crores Offer
Present
Neuroscience at University of Toronto
University of Toronto
Today, Pushkarini is proudly pursuing a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Neuroscience, stepping into a future filled with research, innovation, and purpose.
Neuroscience
Research & Innovation
"St. Mary's helped me believe that no dream is too big — only the effort needs to match it."
- Pushkarini L
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Nashwanuha: Turning Academic Excellence into a Medical Career
A Journey of Dedication and Success
Nashwanuha
Alumni of St. Mary's ISC
Medical Student at Srinivas Institute of Medical Science
Mangalore
Grade 10
Exceptional Performance
St. Mary's ICSE
Nashwanuha completed her Grade 10 with outstanding results, demonstrating her dedication and discipline from an early age.
95.6%
100% Scholarship
Higher Secondary
Continued Excellence
St. Mary's ISC
Nashwanuha chose PCB with Kannada as her optional subject, maintaining her high academic standards throughout her higher secondary education.
PCB Stream
Kannada Optional
95.5% in Grade 12
Competitive Exams
NEET Success
National Level
Her determination and consistent efforts paid off in the highly competitive NEET examination, securing a position that opened doors to medical education.
NEET Rank ~57,000
Qualified for Medical Admission
Present
Pursuing Medical Education
Srinivas Institute of Medical Science
Nashwanuha is now living her dream of becoming a doctor, studying at the prestigious Srinivas Institute of Medical Science & Research Centre in Mangalore.
Medical Student
Healthcare Career
Future in Medicine
"Opportunities multiply when you stay consistent and committed to your goals."
- Nashwanuha
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Shanmukh Reddy: From Vijayawada to Arizona State University
A Journey of Global Opportunities
Shanmukh Reddy
Alumni of St. Mary's ISC
Computer Science Student at ASU
From Vijayawada to Arizona
Grade 10
Foundation at Math Man School
Math Man English Medium School
In the bustling city of Vijayawada, Shanmukh completed Grade 10 at Math Man English Medium School with an 87% aggregate, showing his potential early on.
87% in Grade 10
Higher Secondary
Scholarship at St. Mary's ISC
St. Mary's ISC
Shanmukh earned a ₹10,000 academic scholarship to join St. Mary's ISC. Choosing PCM with Physical Education, he worked steadily, graduating with an 86% aggregate.
₹10,000 Scholarship
PCM with Physical Education
86% in Grade 12
International Exams
SAT and Duolingo Success
International Testing
While managing his schoolwork, Shanmukh set his sights on studying abroad, preparing for the SAT and Duolingo English Test. His SAT score of 1100 opened doors to multiple prestigious offers.
SAT Score 1100
Duolingo English Test
Scholarship Offers
Multiple International Opportunities
U.S. Universities
Shanmukh received multiple scholarship offers from prestigious universities in the U.S., giving him the opportunity to choose the best fit for his aspirations.
ASU - USD 60,000
University of Ohio - USD 40,000
NYIT - USD 40,000–50,000
Present
Computer Science at ASU
Arizona State University
Today, Shanmukh is living his dream at Arizona State University, pursuing Computer Science Engineering, and exploring a future in technology and innovation.
Computer Science Engineering
Technology & Innovation
"The journey from Vijayawada to the U.S. was built on consistent effort and the right guidance — St. Mary's gave me both."
- Shanmukh Reddy
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Samrudh: From St. Mary's to Top Scholarships in India & Abroad
A Journey of Excellence and Opportunity
Samrudh
Alumni of St. Mary's ISC
AI Engineering Student at PES University
Bangalore
Grade 10
Strong Foundation at St. Mary's International School
St. Mary's International School
From the very start, Samrudh stood out for his focus and drive. He completed Grade 10 at St. Mary's ICSE with an impressive 94%.
94% in Grade 10
Higher Secondary
PCMC Stream at St. Mary's ISC
St. Mary's ISC
Samrudh chose to continue his journey at St. Mary's ISC, taking up PCMC for Grades 11 and 12. His consistent hard work earned him a 92.4% aggregate in Grade 12.
PCMC Stream
92.4% in Grade 12
Opportunities
Multiple Prestigious Offers
National & International Universities
Samrudh received a ₹1 Crore scholarship offer from the University of Toronto, and his strong performance in KCET with a rank of 2800 opened doors to some of Karnataka's best colleges.
University of Toronto - ₹1 Crore
KCET Rank 2800
Scholarship Achievement
Reliance Foundation Scholarship
PES University
Choosing to stay in India, Samrudh joined PES University, Bangalore. His dedication was further recognized when he earned the Reliance Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship, covering his entire B.E. tuition fees.
PES University
Reliance Foundation Scholarship
AI Engineering
"Whether in India or abroad, the key is to give your best every single day — that's what turns dreams into reality."
- Samrudh
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Likith P. Gujjar: From St. Mary's to NIT Surathkal
A Journey of Engineering Excellence
Likith P. Gujjar
Alumni of St. Mary's ISC
Mechanical Engineering Student at NIT Surathkal
Surathkal, Karnataka
Grade 10
Outstanding Performance at St. Mary's ICSE
St. Mary's ICSE
With a sharp mind and steady determination, Likith built an academic journey marked by consistent excellence. He completed Grade 10 at St. Mary's ICSE with an outstanding 95%.
95% in Grade 10
Higher Secondary
Scholarship at St. Mary's ISC
St. Mary's ISC
Likith continued at St. Mary's ISC with a 50% scholarship for both Grades 11 and 12. Choosing the science stream, he graduated with an impressive 91% aggregate in Grade 12.
50% Scholarship
Science Stream
91% in Grade 12
Competitive Exams
JEE Success
National Level
Likith's focus on engineering entrance exams paid off, securing a JEE Mains rank of 6,020 and a JEE Advanced rank of 7,231, earning him admission to the prestigious NIT Surathkal.
JEE Mains Rank 6,020
JEE Advanced Rank 7,231
NIT Surathkal
Present
Mechanical Engineering at NIT
NIT Surathkal
Today, Likith is pursuing Mechanical Engineering at the prestigious NIT Surathkal, building the skills and expertise to contribute to the world of technology and innovation.
Mechanical Engineering
Technology & Innovation
"Scholarships gave me the opportunity, but consistent effort is what truly opened the doors."
- Likith P. Gujjar
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Sushanth Gowda: Blending Global Offers with a Local Choice
A Journey of Opportunities and Decisions
Sushanth Gowda
Alumni of St. Mary's ISC
Computer Science Student at BMSCE
Bangalore
Grade 10
Strong Start at St. Mary's ICSE
St. Mary's ICSE
From the classrooms of St. Mary's ICSE, where he scored an impressive 93% in Grade 10, Sushanth was already aiming high.
93% in Grade 10
Higher Secondary
PCMC Stream at St. Mary's ISC
St. Mary's ISC
Continuing at St. Mary's ISC, Sushanth earned a ₹40,000 scholarship for both Grades 11 and 12, choosing the PCMC stream. His consistent dedication led him to a Grade 12 score of 89%.
₹40,000 Scholarship
PCMC Stream
89% in Grade 12
Competitive Exams
Solid Performance in Entrance Tests
National Level
Sushanth's consistent efforts resulted in solid performances in competitive exams — JEE rank: 46,000, KCET rank: 3,645, and COMEDK rank: 1,008.
JEE Rank 46,000
KCET Rank 3,645
COMEDK Rank 1,008
International Opportunity
Global Scholarship Offer
University of Toronto
Sushanth's ambitions extended beyond national boundaries. He attempted an international scholarship exam and secured an ₹80 lakh scholarship from the University of Toronto.
University of Toronto
₹80 Lakh Scholarship
Present
Computer Science at BMSCE
BMS College of Engineering
Choosing to build his career in India, Sushanth is now pursuing Computer Science Engineering at BMS College of Engineering, Bangalore, blending his global opportunities with local ambitions.
BMS College of Engineering
Computer Science Engineering
"Opportunities are everywhere — it's about knowing where your path truly lies."
- Sushanth Gowda
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Deekshitha: From St. Mary's to a Career in Medicine
A Journey of Dedication to Healthcare
Deekshitha
Alumni of St. Mary's ISC
MBBS Student at Haveri Institute
Haveri, Karnataka
Grade 10
Exceptional Performance at St. Mary's ICSE
St. Mary's ICSE
With a passion for learning and an eye on the medical field, Deekshitha excelled early in her academics, scoring an impressive 96.2% in Grade 10 at St. Mary's ICSE.
96.2% in Grade 10
Higher Secondary
Scholarship at St. Mary's ISC
St. Mary's ISC
Recognizing her potential, St. Mary's ISC awarded Deekshitha a ₹50,000 scholarship for higher secondary studies. Choosing PCB with Physical Education, she dedicated herself to mastering both theory and practicals.
₹50,000 Scholarship
PCB with Physical Education
Grade 12 Results
Outstanding Academic Achievement
St. Mary's ISC
Deekshitha's commitment led her to graduate with an outstanding 97% in Grade 12, showcasing her dedication to academic excellence.
97% in Grade 12
Competitive Exams
NEET Success
National Level
Her hard work in competitive exams paid off when she achieved a NEET rank of 62,248, securing her admission to the Haveri Institute of Medical Sciences to pursue MBBS.
NEET Rank 62,248
Haveri Institute of Medical Sciences
MBBS Program
Present
Pursuing Medical Education
Haveri Institute of Medical Sciences
Today, Deekshitha is pursuing her MBBS at Haveri Institute of Medical Sciences, working towards her dream of becoming a doctor and serving in the healthcare field.
MBBS Student
Healthcare Career
"Strong foundations and the right guidance can turn ambition into a lifelong calling."
- Deekshitha