MS in Regenerative Organic Agriculture Checklist for US Applicants
Recommendation
Request one recommendation from someone who can attest to your academic or professional performance. The recommendation should come from a current or former teacher or workplace supervisor. Other recommendations can be considered on a case-by-case basis. Send your recommender the link to our recommendation form, and they will submit it directly back to us.
Transcripts
Request that official transcripts from your bachelor’s degree program be submitted to Maharishi International University. Transcripts must come directly to us from the institutions attended. Transcripts can be sent electronically to admisdoc@miu.edu. Paper copies should be mailed to the address below. Official transcripts sent by mail must be delivered to us in a sealed envelope; official transcripts sent by email must be password protected.
Maharishi International University
Office of Admissions
1000 North 4th Street
Fairfield, IA 52557
Interview
Your admissions counselor will be in touch to schedule an interview.
Résumé/CV and Cover Letter
Submit a résumé or curriculum vitae, including a brief cover letter outlining your work experience and academic background in agriculture, ecology, soil science, and other related fields. Email resume/CV and cover letter to your admissions counselor.
Statement of Purpose
Submit a statement of purpose discussing your interest in MIU and the MS in Regenerative Organic Agriculture program. Please also highlight your short-term and long-term personal and professional goals. The essay should be 1-2 pages, double-spaced, in Times New Roman 12pt font, in PDF format. Email the statement of purpose to your admissions counselor.
Before your first class
All MIU students practice the Transcendental Meditation® technique. If you have not learned it yet:
- Once accepted as a US student, the cost of TM instruction is covered through a grant offered by MIU
- Students are required to learn the TM technique before starting the first class
- Contact your admissions counselor for details
- Find information on the TM technique or search for a TM teacher at TM.org
Reminders
- Submit your FAFSA if you’ll be seeking financial aid. Our school code is 011113.
- If you are a US permanent resident, be sure to email or fax a copy of your Permanent Resident Card (green card) or I-551 form.