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Maharishi is found in Fairfield, Iowa. Fairfield is a self-contained town. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Doctoral degree at Maharishi.
The school is known for its programs in mathematics, science, fine arts, and computer science and engineering.
Admission to Maharishi is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
Students numbered 741 in 2005 at Maharishi. The school has a large minority student population. A very high share of students at Maharishi are male.
Full-time students are the norm at the school. Maharishi has a residential or campus feel. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. Maharishi offers students meal plans.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Maharishi University of Management was founded in 1971 by His Holiness Maharishi Mahesh Yogi to fulfill the highest ideals of education. Foremost among these ideals is to help students develop the ability to think and act in harmony with their environment and to live a fulfilled life. The University has pioneered a unique system of higher education based on developing studentsÆ full alertness and creative intelligence-the foundation of learning. This system integrates de content of traditional discipline-based education with knowledge and technologies for developing studentsÆ mental potential. At the foundation of this system is student, faculty, and administratorsÆ practice of systematic and scientifically verified techniques to develop the full potential of human consciousness. Through programs that give students a traditional education while cultivating the holistic growth of consciousness, mind and body, the University offers students the skills needed to manage their lives effectively, to lead lives characterized by health and wisdom, and to achieve both personal and professional success and fulfillment on all areas of life. The UniversityÆs unique educational programs are designed to fulfill a commitment to four broad areas of responsibility: To achieve educational excellence To promote the holistic development of our students: consciousness, mind and body To conduct original research and extend the frontiers of knowledge To improve the quality of life for the individual, the nation, and the world"
More complete details are provided below.
Maharishi University Of Management
1000 N 4th St
Fairfield, IA 52557
General Phone: (515) 472-7000
Admissions Phone: (515) 472-1110
Financial Aid Phone: (515) 472-1156
http://www.mum.edu
Maharishi awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science And Engineering | 38 | computer science |
| Business And Management | 32 | business management, marketing |
| Science | 15 | physiology, chemistry, physics courses, biology |
| Fine Arts | 15 | fine arts |
| Liberal Arts | 11 | liberal arts and humanities, English, foreign language and literature |
| Education And Teaching | 6 | secondary teaching, elementary school teaching |
| Mathematics | 3 | mathematics |
| Engineering | 1 | electrical engineering |
Number of programs and degrees for Maharishi in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master's degree | 67 | 7 |
| Bachelor's degree | 44 | 12 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 6 | 3 |
| Doctor's degree | 2 | 3 |
| Associate's degree | 1 | 1 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 1 | 1 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 0 | 2 |
In 2005, Maharishi had a total enrollment of 741 students (691 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 68% |
| Women | 32% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 27% |
| Graduate | 73% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 22% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 0% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 74% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 7% |
| 20-21 | 13% |
| 22-24 | 23% |
| 25-29 | 25% |
| 30-34 | 14% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 5% |
| 50-64 | 6% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Iowa | 32% |
| Foreign countries | 26% |
| California | 13% |
| Missouri | 6% |
| Illinois | 3% |
| Minnesota | 3% |
| Washington | 3% |
| Pennsylvania | 3% |
| New York | 3% |
| Virginia | 3% |
| Colorado | 3% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 68 % |
| Part-Time | 14 % |
Maharishi offers campus housing for 434 of its 691 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Fairfield, Iowa for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school offers students a meal plan with 21 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 58 | 38 | 66% | 31 | 82% |
| Men | 34 | 26 | 76% | 21 | 81% |
| Women | 24 | 12 | 50% | 10 | 83% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (515) 472-1110
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 24,430 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 24,430 |
| Room and board | $ 6,000 |
| Room charge | $ 2,800 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,200 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,600 |
Financial Aid:
Maharishi participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 1111300)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (515) 472-1156
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 4 | $21,380 | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 10 | $9,912 | 3 | $9,444 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 15 | $11,550 | 3 | $4,800 |
| Instructor | academic year | 8 | $8,235 | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 37 | $11,453 | 7 | $6,927 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Elementary Education and Teaching
Secondary Education and Teaching
ENGINEERING
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
FINE ARTS
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, Other
Physiology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Maharishi Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% |  |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 11% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 12% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan
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