Maharishi Vedic Science (M.A.)
Science and Technology of Consciousness
Program benefits
- Develop higher states of consciousness
- Learn practical knowledge to transform your life and uplift others
- Study approaches for creating coherence, harmony, and world peace
- Read Vedic literature in Sanskrit
What is Maharishi Vedic Science?
Maharishi Vedic Science helps you experience and understand higher states of consciousness, which leads to:
- increased alertness and clarity
- spontaneous flow of creativity
- effective thinking — do less and accomplish more
- greater appreciation for others
- inner confidence
Through Maharishi’s techniques and knowledge for development of consciousness, you’ll gain a better understanding of yourself and your place in the world — not just intellectually, but by directly experiencing your own inner nature. Explore universal, fundamental principles — and acquire self-knowledge for growth, transformation, and success in life.
By experiencing your own pure consciousness, your thinking and actions will become more coherent, harmonious, and rewarding. Students often remark how “things just start to go my way” as they gain the ability to fulfill desires from inside themselves. Ultimately, our world is a reflection of who we are — everyone shapes his or her own reality. More about higher states of consciousness
Where does Maharishi Vedic Science come from?
Maharishi Vedic Science comes from the ancient Vedic tradition of India, but represents universal knowledge found in every tradition of wisdom (“Veda” means knowledge).
Explore the full range of life and human potential — and the underlying intelligence that administers the entire universe. You’ll also examine how this knowledge can be applied to enrich all fields of knowledge and endeavor.
What careers does Maharishi Vedic Science prepare me for?
Maharishi Vedic Science develops your consciousness, creativity, and intelligence. It also enhances your thinking and communication skills, improves learning ability, and prepares you to be adaptable and cope with stress more effectively. Graduates often say this degree is the basis of their personal and professional success.
Just as a gardener waters the root to nourish a whole plant, enlivening pure consciousness expands your capabilities on all levels of life. You’ll be better equipped to excel at any career path you choose. See MUM’s placement rate to learn more.
Healthy student lifestyle
The Maharishi Vedic Science program is experientially based — the emphasis is on living the principles and ideals you study.
- Avoid the stress and negativity typical of college
- Deepen your experience of transcending with extra meditation
- Enjoy organic vegetarian meals
- Maintain a balanced state of health with natural health methods
- Live in a drug-free, alcohol-free, tobacco-free campus environment
- Participate in our campus-wide commitment to sustainability
- Learn more without the stress — take one full-time course per month
Learn more about MUM alumni outcomes
Vedic literature
Maharishi Mahesh Yogi formulated the 40 branches of Vedic literature into a complete science and technology of consciousness. You’ll explore the scientific discovery that human physiology is essentially consciousness.
Reading Sanskrit
Learn to read the Vedic literature in Sanskrit. These classical texts are read for the sound value (as opposed to meaning), which research has found to create orderly brain functioning. Explore the structure of Vedic literature and its corresponding expressions as aspects of the individual human physiology and the cosmic physiology of the universe.
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