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Ancilla College

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Catholic college in Donaldson, Indiana, US

Ancilla College was a private Catholic junior college near Donaldson, Indiana, United States. It was founded by the Poor Handmaids of Jesus Christ in 1937 as an extension of DePaul University for the training of Catholic novices and candidates of the Poor Handmaids of Jesus Christ. In 1966 the college started admitting the public as a private liberal arts community college.2 It is headquartered in Plymouth, United States.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

1937Founded1
  • Industryhigher education1
  • HeadquartersPlymouth, United States1
  • Websitewww.ancilla.edu
  • Legal formCORPORATION3
  • LEI549300Q7OPPCUQP8QV813
  • StatusActive3
  • LEI statusLapsed (not renewed)3
  • Registered addressC/O Dr Ken Zirkle, 46563 Plymouth, United States3

Ancilla College was a private Catholic junior college near Donaldson, Indiana, United States. It was founded by the Poor Handmaids of Jesus Christ in 1937 as an extension of DePaul University for the training of Catholic novices and candidates of the Poor Handmaids of Jesus Christ. In 1966 the college started admitting the public as a private liberal arts community college. Ancilla College focuses on serving the seven surrounding counties of Indiana. Ancilla College granted associate degrees in multiple programs and had transfer agreements with 14 Indiana colleges and universities. The Latin word ancilla means "handmaid or servant," a reference to the college's sponsor, the Poor Handmaids of Jesus Christ.2

Timeline

  1. 1937Founded Founded1