Maharishi is found in Fairfield, IA. 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 fine arts, computer science and engineering, and conservation and resource management.
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 948 in 2007 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 offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school 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
http://www.mum.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science And Engineering | 103 | computer science |
| Liberal Arts | 23 | liberal arts and humanities, English, interdisciplinary studies |
| Business And Management | 15 | business management, accounting and finance |
| Fine Arts | 8 | fine arts |
| Science | 7 | physics courses, physiology |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 6 | environmental science |
| Mathematics | 2 | mathematics |
| Education And Teaching | 1 | elementary school teaching, secondary teaching |
Number of programs and degrees for Maharishi in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master's degree | 125 | 7 |
| Bachelor's degree | 34 | 11 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 3 | 3 |
| Doctor's degree | 2 | 3 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 1 | 1 |
In 2007, Maharishi had a total enrollment of 948 students (813 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 100% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 29% |
| Graduate | 71% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 14% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 5% |
| (Foreign Students) | 78% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 5% |
| 20-21 | 7% |
| 22-24 | 13% |
| 25-29 | 42% |
| 30-34 | 17% |
| 35-39 | 8% |
| 40-49 | 4% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 72 % |
Maharishi offers campus housing for 434 of its 813 (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. Also see our list of other Iowa Colleges).
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% |
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 |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
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)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 41 | 11 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 6 | $19,593 | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 10 | $14,648 | 3 | $9,644 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 18 | $17,109 | 6 | $6,678 |
| Instructor | academic year | 5 | $7,992 | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 39 | $15,692 | 10 | $7,296 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting and Finance
Business Administration and Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Elementary Education and Teaching
Secondary Education and Teaching
FINE ARTS
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Maharishi Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in conservation and resource management (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | ![]() |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 14% | ![]() |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Option to study abroad
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Offers a board (meal) plan
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