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Maharishi International University

Private nonprofit Fairfield, IA · Town · Plains · 93% data reported · Agent Insights
34%
Graduation Rate
$27,981
Earnings (10yr)
$14,956
Net Price
96%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Maharishi International University has an acceptance rate of 96%. This means nearly all applicants have a chance to enroll, making it accessible to a wide range of students. With a total enrollment of 922, the university fosters a close-knit community where students can engage closely with faculty and peers.

Chetty/Opportunity Insights data shows limited information on mobility for students at this university. The graduation rate stands at 34%, which may raise concerns about student retention and long-term success. Graduates earn an average of $27,981 within ten years of completing their degree, indicating a modest return on investment for their education.

The net price to attend Maharishi International University is $14,956, and the median debt for graduates is $24,781. With 57% of students receiving Pell Grants, financial aid plays a significant role in making education more affordable. Students who thrive here are often those drawn to programs in Business & Marketing, Health Professions, Humanities, Visual & Performing Arts, and Computer Science & IT.

Rankings

How Maharishi Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation34%Earnings 10yr$28KNet Price$15KRetention61%Median Debt$25KPell Grant Rate57%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$14K$0-30K$17K$30-48K$14K$48-75K

Cost & Financial Aid

$16,530
In-State Tuition
$16,530
Out-of-State
$14,956
Avg Net Price
$24,781
Median Debt
57%
Pell Grant Rate
65%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$14,269
Family Income $0–$30K
$16,585
Family Income $30K–$48K
$14,066
Family Income $48K–$75K

Graduate Outcomes

$26,468
6 Years After Entry
$29,723
8 Years
$27,981
10 Years
0.89x
Debt-to-Earnings
29%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$26,468 6yr $29,723 8yr $27,981 10yr

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 96%
Retention Rate 61%
Full-Time Faculty 94%
Faculty Salary (mo) $4,582
Diversity Index 0.83
First-Gen Students 34%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 50%
Health Professions 18%
Humanities 17%
Visual & Performing Arts 8%
Computer Science & IT 3%
Mathematics & Statistics 1%