Maharishi University of Management was founded in 1971 by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi to create enlightenment for every individual and peace for the world. During its development over the past 28 years, the University has pioneered Consciousness-Based SM education, which develops the total potential of the brain, the cosmic creativity latent within every student. The University’s programs and activities are designed to achieve educational excellence, conduct original research and extend the frontiers of knowledge, and improve the quality of life for the individual, the nation, and the world.

Maharishi University of Management is accredited by the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago IL 60602, telephone 312-263-0456). This is the oldest and largest accrediting organization in the U.S.

Academic programs include Ph.D., master’s, and bachelor’s degree programs in a broad range of disciplines.

Faculty include internationally recognized scholars and researchers with degrees from the most prestigious universities in the world, such as Oxford, Harvard, Stanford, Princeton, Yale, and Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

The campus is located in Fairfield, Iowa, 50 miles west of the Mississippi River in the central U.S. The 262-acre campus, with 1.2 million square feet of teaching, research, recreational, and living space, is situated on gently rolling hills, landscaped with beautiful trees.

The University is unique in that it is the only accredited university in the world which adds to traditional education the Transcendental Meditation program to develop the full potential of the student. Our students make rapid progress, not only in academic achievement, but also in developing their creativity and intelligence.

Some of the features of Maharishi are:

Study one course at a time through the block system, which allows you to go more deeply into each subject and retain more knowledge with greater ease and enjoyment. Our longer academic year — two semesters, mid-August through June — also complements greater in-depth study.

Gain knowledge through innovative programs such as Environmental Studies, Sustainable Agriculture, Enlightened Theater Arts, Digital Media, and Film and Video Arts.

Study abroad — experience first-hand the cultural diversity of many countries through our Rotating University, which holds classes in beautiful locations around the world.

Enjoy your learning experience through our Consciousness-Based approach to education—learning systematic programs for developing all qualities necessary for success in your personal and professional life, and for your health and happiness. Practice the scientifically validated Transcendental MeditationŽ and TM-SidhiŽ programs as part of your curriculum to develop your full potential and expand the "container" of knowledge — your mind — increasing your alertness and learning capacity, broadening your comprehension, and unfolding your full creative potential.

Explore new disciplines: The Science of Creative IntelligenceŽ (SCI) connects each branch of knowledge to the whole tree of knowledge. The Maharishi Vedic Approach to HealthSM introduces skills in managing health and preventing accumulation of stress and imbalance in the body.

Enjoy a positive, nourishing, and serene campus atmosphere, supportive of the cultural and religious diversity created by students from over 60 countries around the world. The campus is virtually free of crime, drugs, and alcohol.

The reconstruction of our campus has begun with the construction of our first building designed according to the principles of Natural Law. Maharishi Sthapatya VedaSM design actually promotes clearer thinking, better health, and good fortune.