Maharishi University of Management

Degree programs in the arts, sciences, business, and humanities

About the University

Consciousness-Based education at Maharishi University of Management Consciousness-Based education
Our students study traditional subjects — but at the same time, they cultivate their creative potential from within. more

Undergraduate degree programs at Maharishi University of Management Undergraduate degree programs
Majors in the arts, sciences, business, and humanities. more

Transcendental Meditation at Maharishi University of Management Transcendental Meditation
All students and faculty practice this simple, natural technique. Extensive research has found it boosts learning ability and creativity, optimizes brain functioning, and reduces stress.
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Programs at Maharishi University of Management Graduate degree programs
MBA, M.A., M.S., and Ph.D. degree programs for advanced knowledge.
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One course at a time at Maharishi University of Management One course at a time
You take one course at a time full-time for 4 weeks each. This eliminates the stress of taking 4-5 subjects at once. Our students say it’s the most satisfying way to learn. more

Accreditation of Maharishi University of Management Accreditation
The University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. The business programs (B.A., MBA, Ph.D.) are accredited by the IACBE. more

Sustainable Living at Maharishi University of Management Sustainability
Our most popular major is the B.S. in Sustainable Living. Also available is our MBA in Sustainable Business. And we’re a charter signatory of the American College and University Climate Commitment.

Financial aid at Maharishi University of Management Financial aid
The typical award for eligible U.S. students covers more than 90% of tuition and fees. more

Organic vegetarian meals at Maharishi University of Management Organic vegetarian meals
We serve freshly prepared organic vegetarian meals every day, using locally grown vegetables whenever possible.

Apply online at Maharishi University of Management Apply online
Use our convenient online application form to make the admissions process easy. For information on admissions, see our FAQ.

Natural health for students at Maharishi University of Management Natural health for all students
All students learn simple, effective methods for maintaining a balanced state of health, enlivening the body’s inner intelligence, and strengthening its natural healing ability.

Enrollment at Maharishi University of Management Enrollment
1,230 full-time students, including 530 students on the Fairfield campus, 630 students doing field internships, and 70 students at our campus in Beijing, China

Creating peace at Maharishi University of Management Creating peace
How our students are helping create peace and invincibility for every nation. video

Location of Maharishi University of Management Location
We are located in Fairfield, Iowa, a cosmopolitan small city in central USA. The National Council of Small Communities recently named Fairfield as America’s top entrepreneurial small city. more

Campus life at Maharishi University of Management Campus life
Students feel at home in our friendly community, and enjoy an abundance of campus events.
Argiro Student Center
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Founding of Maharishi University of Management Founding of the University
Founded in 1971 by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, the Vedic sage who introduced to the world the ancient tradition of Vedic knowledge. more
The University’s Mission Statement
The University’s Seven Goals

Active learning at Maharishi University of Management Active learning
The National Survey of Student Engagement puts the University among the top 3% of U.S. colleges for “active and collaborative learning.”

Nonsectarian culture at Maharishi University of Management Nonsectarian
The University has students from every major religion, and honors and respects the traditions of all cultures and religions. more

About the professors at Maharishi University of Management About our professors
Students who transfer from other colleges often comment that our professors teach more effectively — and care more for their students — than what they experienced elsewhere. more

Nonprofit status of Maharishi University of Management Nonprofit status
The University is federally recognized as a nonprofit educational institution under Section 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue Code. more

Study abroad program at Maharishi University of Management Study abroad program
Our students can take courses in which they travel together to countries around the world such as Holland, India, Italy, China, and Greece. more

Federal research grants awarded to Maharishi University of Management Federal research grants
More than $32 million in Federal and other grants awarded to date, including more than $25 million from the National Institutes of Health for research in natural medicine. more

Alumni outcomes at Maharishi University of Management Alumni outcomes
ACT’s national alumni survey found that the University’s alumni are far more satisfied with their college education than graduates from over 1,000 participating U.S. colleges.

Other Consciousness-Based programs - Maharishi University of Management Other Consciousness-Based organizations and programs
Many initiatives — especially in developing countries — are currently underway to improve the quality of life and relieve suffering around the world. more

Campus visits at Maharishi University of Management Campus visits
Come to a Visitors Weekend and meet our students and professors, tour the campus, learn about Consciousness-Based education, enjoy special events, and more.

Media coverage of Maharishi University of Management Media coverage
A selection of articles in the press about the University and Consciousness-Based education. more

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