The Transcendental Meditation technique is a simple, natural, effortless procedure to develop full human potential and culture experiences of higher states of human consciousness. Extensive research indicates that the individual practice of the Transcendental Meditation technique provides a unique state of deep physiological rest that dissolves accumulated stress and tension while increasing learning ability, intelligence, creativity, and self-actualization; increasing energy and improving health; and enhancing personal relationships.

This course will cover the nature of the practice of the Transcendental Meditation technique, scientific research, and its applications in individual life and society. Personal instruction in the Transcendental Meditation technique will be included in this course. The laboratory component of this course will include twice-daily practice of the Transcendental Meditation technique and three months of follow-up meetings and lectures.

This 2-credit course is jointly offered by Maharishi University of Management and authorized Transcendental Meditation^® centers throughout the USA except in the state of California. The Transcendental Meditation centers provide the personal instruction, and the University provides the distance education components, including videotaped lectures.

What is the course’s content?

The seven steps of instruction are:

1. Introductory Lecture — The scientifically-validated benefits of the Transcendental Meditation program for mind, body, health, relationships, and world peace. (1–2 hours)
2. Preparatory Lecture — How the Transcendental Meditation technique works to enhance brain functioning and dissolve stress • where the technique comes from (1 hour)
3. Personal Interview — Interview with a qualified teacher of the Transcendental Meditation program right after the Preparatory Lecture (10–15 minutes)
4. Personal Instruction in the Transcendental Meditation technique (1–2 hours)
5. First Day of Checking — Verifying the correctness of the practice and further instruction (1–2 hours)
6. Second Day of Checking — Understanding the effectiveness of the Transcendental Meditation technique in light of the participant's personal experiences (1–2 hours)
7. Third Day of Checking — Understanding the blossoming of full human potential — the development of higher states of consciousness (1–2 hours)

In addition to the steps above, the course includes two lectures on selected topics (1–2 hours each), and a brief personal checking of your meditation once a week for the first month, and once every two weeks for the next two months.

The daily practice of the Transcendental Meditation technique is the “lab” component of the course (20 minutes twice a day).

Who can take this course?

The course is open to all adults, college students, and high school students except in the state of California. Course participants will be special students at the University in this credit-bearing, non-degree course.

What is the tuition of this course?

The tuition for ED 101 or ED 501 is $2,000. This amount is payable in full before the course begins.

What financial aid is available?

Most course participants — even if they're not currently enrolled in college — are eligible for private educational loans that fully cover the tuition of $2,000. More about financial aid

What other options are available for tuition payment?

You can pay the course tuition directly to the Transcendental Meditation center where you take the course. The center will inform you of the methods available for paying the tuition.

What is the withdrawal policy for this course?

Tuition refunds are not available after the course participant has received personal instruction in the Transcendental Meditation technique.

What's the difference between the undergraduate and graduate versions of this course?

The course content is exactly the same for both versions. The undergraduate course (Education 101) is open to everyone who does not have an undergraduate degree. Adults, high school students, and undergraduate students at other colleges are all eligible to take the undergraduate course.

The graduate course (Education 501) is open to everyone who has received an undergraduate degree.

If I'm currently enrolled at another college or university, can I transfer the course credits to my school?

Many colleges and universities will accept the credits for this course. You should contact the Registrar's office at your school to arrange transfer credit. If you need assistance regarding transfer credit, you can also contact Maharishi University’s Office of the Registrar at 641-472-1144.

If I transfer the credits to my college or university, can I receive financial aid for that course from my school's financial aid office?

The Financial Aid office at many colleges will permit you to use your federal loan eligibility to pay the tuition on courses accepted for transfer credit. Please check with a financial aid counselor at your school.

About the University

Maharishi University of Management offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs in the arts, sciences, business, and humanities. Founded in 1971, the University is nonsectarian, and is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission.

All students and faculty at the University practice the Transcendental Meditation technique for its wide range of scientifically verified benefits, including increased brain coherence, greater learning ability and creativity, and reduced stress and illness.

Through Consciousness-Based^SM education, the students discover the field of pure consciousness — their own innermost Self — at the source of every academic discipline, and indeed of every aspect of nature.