C
Average
Score: 47/100
Overall (traditional)
F
Outcome Rating
16/100 · earnings-weighted

Maharishi International University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Fairfield, Iowa 52557
Maharishi International University campus, Fairfield, IA
Maharishi International University campus, Fairfield, IA. Photo: USGS - US government, Public domain via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 18%
Outcomes
C
49/100
Affordability
C
46/100
Resources
C
53/100
Experience
B
68/100
Prestige
F
23/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

2,666
Total Enrollment
18%
Graduation Rate
65%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
97%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Maharishi International University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$27,981
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$26,468
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$24,781
Median debt at graduation
50%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
56.9%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 89% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 2nd percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (IA wage index 0.90). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Maharishi International University

Median pay of master's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Computer Science$114,993$139,773-4%#35 of 48#26$51,091
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft$32,294————$62,994

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

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🏆 Where Maharishi International University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥇
Ayurvedic Medicine/Ayurveda
of 2 schools
🥉
Holistic/Integrative Health
of 7 schools
🥉
Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other
of 3 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $16,000 $16,000
Room $3,400
Board $4,000
Total Cost (On-Campus) $28,730 $28,730

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
80%
Receive Pell Grants
80%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Computer Science 416 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 117 grads/yr Ayurvedic Medicine/Ayurveda 87 grads/yr Holistic/Integrative Health 36 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 33 grads/yr Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other 29 grads/yr Playwriting and Screenwriting 18 grads/yr Computer Programming/Programmer, General 15 grads/yr Fine/Studio Arts, General 14 grads/yr Management Information Systems, General 11 grads/yr Accounting and Business/Management 10 grads/yr Organizational Leadership 9 grads/yr Cinematography and Film/Video Production 9 grads/yr Agroecology and Sustainable Agriculture 8 grads/yr Creative Writing 7 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 6 grads/yr Sustainability Studies 3 grads/yr Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General 3 grads/yr Physics and Astronomy 2 grads/yr Mathematics, General 1 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Maharishi International University's top programs commonly pursue.

Computer and information systems managers
$171k/yr 667,100 jobs
Computer and information research scientists
$141k/yr 40,300 jobs
Database architects
$136k/yr 66,900 jobs
Software developers
$133k/yr 1,693,800 jobs
Information security analysts
$125k/yr 182,800 jobs
Data scientists
$113k/yr 245,900 jobs
Computer occupations, all other
$109k/yr 472,000 jobs
Software quality assurance analysts and testers
$103k/yr 201,700 jobs

Student Demographics

2,666
Total Students
53%
Women
25%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 27%
Hispanic 6%
Black 7%
Asian 4%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 41%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 26%
Hybrid (Some Online) 14%
Fully Online 60%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 25%
25-64 (Adult) 74%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Maharishi International University?
Maharishi International University has an acceptance rate of 97%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Maharishi International University?
Tuition at Maharishi International University is $16,000 for in-state students and $16,000 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Maharishi International University?
The graduation rate at Maharishi International University is 18%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Maharishi International University a good school?
Maharishi International University has a Repit College Score of 47/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Maharishi International University?
Maharishi International University has a total enrollment of 2,666 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology