Wilson College, established by Mr. John Wilson in 1832 is one of India's oldest colleges. Its foundation precedes that of the University of Mumbai, which it is affiliated, by 25 years. It was awarded an 'A' rating by the National Accreditation and Assessment Council (NAAC) in 2005. Located opposite Mumbai's Girgaum Chowpatty, the college building was constructed in 1889 and designed by John Adams in the domestic Victorian Gothic style. It is listed as a Grade III heritage structure in the city. As of 2011, the college offered a variety of subjects for both higher secondary and undergraduate students which include University Aided courses for the Arts and the Sciences as well as self-financed courses such as Mass Media, Information Technology, Management Studies, Biotechnology and Computer Science.