Maharishi International University

Maharishi International University is a private, online university based out of Fairfield, IA. Admission is available to all, as the acceptance rate is 100%. It has a very small student body with full-time enrollment of 247 undergrads. 50% of its graduates obtain a Bachelor's degree in Business. Other regularly picked fields include Liberal Arts and Humanities, Communications, and Creative Writing, but there are 11 total focuses to choose from. It ranks 5th in Iowa for its art program. In addition, Maharishi International University ranked 10th in Iowa according to our best test optional colleges list. For applicants raised in Iowa, sticker price tuition costs $15,703; out-of-state residents, however, must spend $17,356 a year. Before you decide not to apply because of the price, be aware that 100% of Maharishi International University undergraduates secure at least some financial support. 71% of Maharishi International University undergraduates end up graduating, fresh and hoping to land an amazing career. Two years after receiving their diplomas, alumni take home a median yearly wage of $17,400. After an additional four years of experience, the graduate's median yearly salary climbs 23% to $21,400; however, that is still 46.6% lower than the national median salary for individuals. Applicants may want to find that 34 people applied last year. Additionally, the retention rate for first-time students is 76%, and it offers a teacher certification program. With regard to your personal finances, be aware that 100% of undergraduates secure aid directly from the institution. With respect to demographics, 56% of undergrads are female and Indigenous American undergrads make up 1% of the student body. Related to the student experience, Maharishi International University offers on campus housing. Finally, 71% of graduates have jobs two years after receiving their diplomas and the lowest-earning 1/4th of graduates receive a starting salary of $9,100 or less.