Maharishi University of Management
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Maharishi University of Management
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Maharishi University of Management is a small private university located on a rural campus in Fairfield, Iowa. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 777, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 97%. The university offers 14 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 18%, and a student-faculty ratio of 13:1. Tuition and fees for students are $16,000.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
High school transcriptRequired to be considered for admission
High school rankNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Letter of recommendationRequired to be considered for admission
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentNo
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile-
SAT 25th-75th Percentile-
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
3k
Students enrolled
74%
Online student enrollment
13:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
27%
Unknown
12%
Black
7%
Hispanic
6%
Two or more races
3%
Non-U.S. Citizen
41%
Asian
4%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
80% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
23
Total Online Enrollment
1,966
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.74% online, 26% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
36% On-campus
64% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates100% online
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor's43% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's75% online
Doctorate100% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $16,000 | $16,000 |
| Graduate | $29,000 | $29,000 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,000 |
| On-campus room and board | $7,400 |
| On-campus other expenses | $3,800 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $8,000 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $3,800 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $3,800 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $28,200 | $28,200 |
| Off-campus without family | $28,800 | $28,800 |
| Off-campus with family | $20,800 | $20,800 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
80%
State Grant Aid
0%
Institution Grant Aid
90%
Pell Grant
80%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$25k
Average student debtafter graduation
$23k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
No information available for this school.
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science And Related Fields. | |||
| 2 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 3 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 5 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 6 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 7 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 8 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 9 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 10 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 11 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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