PhD in Physiology & Health Checklist for US Online Applicants
Recommendations
Submit two current letters of recommendation from professors who can assess your potential for doctoral-level work (required). You may also provide a third (optional) recommendation letter that will help us to assess your academic/research preparedness for the doctoral program. 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 and master’s degree programs 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
Essay – Personal Statement
Submit a 2-3 page personal statement explaining 1) your interest in the MIU PhD in Physiology and Health program, including your goals as a doctoral student in this program; and 2) your background and research experiences indicating your academic preparedness for undertaking this program. This essay should be emailed to your admissions counselor as an attachment.
Résumé
Present an up-to-date résumé or curriculum vitae that lists your degrees and relevant coursework, professional work experience, research, publications, awards, and any other accomplishments. To submit your résumé or CV, email it to your admissions counselor as an attachment.
Interview
Interviews by the program director for those who have completed their application and wish to be considered for formal acceptance to the doctoral program will begin approximately 3 months prior to the start of the semester.
Explore the world of MIU
Learn more about us through a Visitors Weekend, a Visitors Saturday, interactive webinars, and one-on-one virtual visits with a faculty member, a student, or an admissions counselor. Find out more >
Before your first class
All MIU students practice the Transcendental Meditation® technique. If you have not learned it yet:
- Once accepted as a 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.