Founded in 1971, Maharishi International University is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the rural setting of the large town of Fairfield (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Iowa. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Maharishi International University (MIU) is a small coeducational US higher education institution. Maharishi International University (MIU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 51 years old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 90-100% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. MIU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.