St Xavier’s College, Mumbai is an autonomous college established in 1869. The college is affiliated to the University of Mumbai. In 2007, the college has been awarded
''Star College Award'' by the Government of India, Department of Biotechnology. Xavier has also been rated the best arts college and the second best science and commerce college in the country. The UGC awarded St. Xavier's the "College with a Potential for Excellence" award in 2006.
The College offers a variety of UG, PG, certificate and diploma courses in the field of Arts, Science, Business and Arts, Commerce. St. Xavier's College has the vision to establish an academic community dedicated to the holistic education of future leaders who will demonstrate innovation in their professional competencies, integration in their personal lives and inclusion in their social contribution.