Agreement
(August 2025 )
Please read this Agreement carefully, enter your handwritten signature, the date,
and your email address, and click "Submit". This will email this information to
the Computer Professionals Program Admissions Office.
Introduction
The purpose of this agreement is to summarize some of the main aspects of
your graduate degree and practicum program, to make sure that you have a clear
understanding of the program structure. Many of the points included here are
summarized from other places, including the
Maharishi International University Catalog, and the
Student Handbook.
For more detailed information on them see those references. To be sure that
you have read and understood this, we request that you sign this agreement as
the next part of your admission.
General
This Agreement describes policies for the Computer Professionals Program (The "Program"),
also known as the Master of Science in Computer Science ("MSCS") Cooperative Program,
of Maharishi International University (The "University").
This Agreement is applicable only for students who enter the Program for the
August 2025 entry.
This Agreement supersedes and has precedence over any other agreements for the Program
that the student may have previously reviewed or signed. It also supersedes any information
contained on the University's web site, in its written literature, or in other promotional materials.
This policy is subject to change by the University at its discretion.
The Master of Computer Science program has a maximum capacity for the number of students MIU
can accept for each entry. Once this limit is met, each applicant will be considered for acceptance to the following entry.
If an opening becomes available for the current entry, MIU will accept qualified students for the
available space on a first-come, first-served basis.
Entry Date
Your acceptance to the Program is the beginning of your education at one particular entry date.
If you choose to postpone to a later entry your application may be subject to re-review for the
following entry. (The MSCS Admissions department will determine whether a re-review is required.
Please contact the MSCS Admissions for further information.)
In unusual circumstances, specific entry dates may change or be cancelled by the University.
In the case of an entry change or cancellation, you must reapply or have your application re-reviewed
to be accepted for the next entry. MIU will advise incoming students of any change of
entry date at the earliest possible opportunity
Admissions Requirements
The requirements for acceptance can change, based on changes in the standards of the IT industry or other factors. Acceptance to the MS in Computer Science program is determined by several factors:
- The applicant's academic credentials
- The strength and type of the applicant's professional work experience
- The applicant's demonstrated capacity to be successful in both their academic studies and in completing the required Curricular Practical Training portion of the program, and
- English Language Competency.
Entrance Requirements:
Fees
Students must pay the prepayment amount that is applicable to his / her level of financial aid.
The prepayment amount must be paid in full either before or at registration via wire transfer or credit card.
Academic Prerequisite Courses
To be sure that you are successful in your academic program, we have
specific courses and academic background requirements (see the
requirements page).
If you are missing or need refreshing in any of the prerequisite
areas, you should arrange to do this prior to your arrival. Notably you need to
know how to program in a contemporary higher level OO language.
All students will be enrolled in a Java programming class called Fundamentals of Programming Practices (FPP),
which will provide a concentrated review of Java programming language, OOP concepts and data structures.
All students will then be enrolled in the Modern Programming Practices course (MPP) which will teach how to write
reusable and better-maintained software along with some advanced Java features.
Note that you must pass both the FPP and the MPP courses with a B grade in order to continue in the program.
MS in Computer Science Academic Honesty and Information Integrity Requirements
All information submitted as part of your admissions processing must be true and complete.
This includes your transcripts, your resume and all online application information, your programming test, and any academic or other program requirements
once enrolled. If in any of these there is inaccurate or misrepresented content, you will be permanently deferred from applying to the program,
or if already accepted can be immediately dismissed from the MSCS program.
As a professional program and as part of the integrity of a University academic program, we are always monitoring and
checking such items to guarantee the overall quality of all accepted students, and that of the courses and professional placements
that are part of the program.
Qualification Test
To confirm entrance qualifications as submitted in admissions materials, all students take
a qualification programming exam upon arrival. This exam tests the material covered in the
Fundamentals of Programming Practices course.
Part of the registration requirements on arrival on campus is a comparison of this initial test result to the previous result
from a comparable pre-test taken as a part of the admissions process. If the test results after the student's arrival are
significantly inferior to those initial test results, it indicates that the application process and information submitted
(including the pre-test results) were not accurate, and specifically the integrity of the initial field test is doubted.
From this an applicant is then known on arrival not to meet application standards, and is subject to denial of registration and
acceptance to the program and immediate dismissal, subject to all relevant dismissal policies.
If the applicant shows markedly inferior results on the verification test, the University may deny the student admissions at that time.
English Language Requirement
The University provides instruction exclusively in English and students must be fluent in both spoken and written English.
Confident communication in the English language is essential for successful job placement and performance and is therefore an
important component of the Program. If it is determined that the English competency level of a student is significantly lower than
was determined during the application process, and therefore no longer adequate for the MS in Computer Science program, the student
will be required to study English full-time, either at MIU or another university and the student is responsible for the entire cost
of that program at the time of enrollment.
Applicants must receive the following scores to qualify for acceptance:
Official English proficiency test scores taken within past two years must score at least 110 on Duolingo,
6.5 on IELTS Academic, 90 on TOEFL iBT or 58 on PTE. Borderline cases will be evaluated by their Admissions Representative
before a final decision is made about whether the student's English skills are at the required level.
Students will be interviewed for comprehension and pronunciation upon arrival at the University.
University Policies Governing Daily Routine and Student Behavior
Because full development of every student is the primary goal of the
University, we have a schedule and structure of daily classes and campus life
which support balance and progress in an easy manner. The MIU CS/Coop program is a professional
program, and has a high level of financial support, and therefore students are expected to
maintain a high level of good conduct, in accordance with all academic policies and laws and
policies of the University and local City/State. Failure to do so will mean a review of
their program and financial support status, and may require either dismissal, or a lowering
of the level of financial support given.
Use of tobacco, street drugs are illegal on all campuses in Iowa.
Alcohol has been shown to reduce health and intelligence and therefore are also not allowed on campus .
This policy includes students that are under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
Violation of the university policy is subject to a range of
disciplinary measure ranging from a verbal warning, to a fine, to suspension, to dismissal
from the university depending on how serious the offense was. Seriousness of offense is
evaluated based on who was affected, how serious was the effect on the person(s) affected,
how often has this happened, and so on. Please see the
Student Handbook for details
on these policies and the Corrective Procedures for the offense.
People living in the U.S. are held accountable for the safety of the public, so actions by
MIU students that break the law of the local city, State of Iowa, or U.S. Government are taken
very seriously here at MIU and could result in immediate dismissal regardless of who was
directly affected by your action.
If you have any questions regarding these points, please e-mail to your admissions representative.
1. All students in the Computer Professionals Program learn the
Transcendental Meditation Program®-a simple, natural, effortless technique for reducing stress and developing
an individual's full potential. The technique allows the mind and body to
settle down and gain a state of deep rest and relaxation.This experience results in improved mental clarity, improved ability to focus along with wide comprehension,
better social interactions with family, friends, and colleagues, and more productivity and success in one’s profession.
These features are highly beneficial to computer scientists and are a major benefit of studying computer science at Maharishi International University.
These benefits have been validated by over 500 scientific studies.
The Transcendental Meditation technique is not a religion or philosophy,
nor does it involve moral training, belief, or worship. Students from all
backgrounds have found it to be a valuable adjunct to their daily routine, and
complementary to their cultural and religious beliefs.
To help guarantee effectiveness the Transcendental Meditation technique is
always taught in a structured, systematic way. This includes several short
lectures and personal instruction, which includes a short traditional ceremony
which is the way that the teacher honors the tradition of this knowledge.
The Transcendental Meditation program is a part of the curriculum and an
academic requirement at Maharishi International University. The group practice
of the Transcendental Meditation technique usually requires about 30 minutes
per session, which also includes some simple breathing
exercises. It is practiced in groups twice a day--once in the morning and again in the late afternoon.
Students also practice the Transcendental Meditation
technique for one additional 10-15 minutes before lunch, as part of each
academic class they take. Afternoon meditations are generally done in whatever class the student is attending.
Morning meditations are done in a larger group before breakfast.
2. The campus dining hall serves a rich and wholesome (mostly) vegetarian
diet. No meat or fish is served on campus, but chicken is now served twice a week in the student dining hall.
The Campus Dining Hall has received widespread recognition for pioneering delicious, organic
vegetarian campus dining. The menu is almost entirely organic and is cooked fresh
daily. Entrees include pizza, enchiladas, Chinese stir-fry, and Indian peas with
panir. The dining hall always offers a salad bar, organic fruits,
teas and milk. Food is prepared without the use of onions and
garlic. Students are free to bring their own condiments. Fairfield, Iowa has a
number of good restaurants that serve international food, but any off-campus
meals are not a part of the program, and would be at the student's own expense.
Iowa State Fire Safety regulations makes cooking in dormitory rooms strictly
forbidden. (Refer to Student Handbook.)
3. A dignified and professional level of dress and conduct is required at all
times on campus. General appearance should be coordinated and neat.
Academic Program Requirements
In order to graduate from the Program students must meet all academic
requirements of the Program.
In addition to the courses conducted on campus, the Program coursework
includes 8 units of practicum that are completed while students work in a
professional computing related position.
Program graduation requirements: See the University Catalog.
Practicum Employment
The University will provide assistance and guidance to students in securing
practicum employment as computer professionals. The University has contact with
more than 300 companies that are interested in hiring its students. However,
students are required to diligently seek employment upon completion of their
on-campus studies. Students are also required to cooperate fully with the
University in its placement activities done concurrently with the student's own
job search. Students on the Computer Professionals Program have generally been
successful at obtaining practicum employment, but the University cannot
guarantee that each student will obtain practicum employment.
Bank Loan
If a student has not taken out an alternative loan, or has only taken out a
partial alternative loan, then upon being hired for an off-campus practicum
job, the student will secure a loan from a University-authorized Bank to pay
for the applicable program costs. (Students also have the option to prepay for
all or part of these costs, as described later in this Agreement.) The
University will prearrange loans with a University-authorized Bank for students on
the Program. This means that students will be accepted for the loan without
posting any collateral. While the Bank will require some information from each
student, they plan to extend credit to students on this Program who have been
hired for off-campus practicum jobs. The Bank, of course, will require all
students to sign a bank loan agreement.
The student's bank loan will be at an interest rate set by the Bank based on
its rates at the time of the issuance of the loan. Loan repayment schedules
usually range between 30 to 42 months depending on the size of the loan and
monthly income earned during the professional training phase of the program.
In addition to bank loans, there are other repayment methods for certain jobs
such as intern and contract positions which do not allow for a loan to be taken
out because of a low salary or a short term of employment. In these cases,
students will be asked to pay some portion of their monthly earnings towards
their M.I.U. debt which will be applied to their student
account balance as a credit. The monthly amount is based on a formula which
includes salary, relocation costs (if any), and cost of living index for their
city and state. Students consult with the Compro Finance office to determine
the monthly amount and then sign an Intern Agreement Form as a
condition for their work authorization.
Program costs and loan payments can vary depending on the amount of time a
student spends on campus, and other factors. For an example, see
http://compro.miu.edu/financial-aid/. Please note that when a practical training job is obtained, the amount of
the monthly bank loan payments will be determined using estimated living
expenses for single individuals, even if the student is married.
Total Program Costs (Direct Track)
|
Details of Program Cost in US$
|
Direct Track Cost
|
| Tuition |
$44,000 |
| Health Insurance (first 12 months estimate) |
$1992 |
| Campus housing and meals during on-campus studies |
$7,400 |
| Student fees |
$730 |
| Total |
$54,122 |
Tuition includes STC-1, FPP (Fundamentals of Programming Practices),
MPP (Modern Practices in Programming), STC-2, plus eight (4-unit)
Computer Science courses. If any additional courses are
required, or if retaking any courses, then an additional fee at the current
tuition rate will be charged at $3000 for a 4-unit course.
If a student does not learn the Transcendental Meditation program before
arriving on campus from a qualified instructor (who submits a TM Recommendation Form
approved by the Computer Professionals Program Office of Admissions
verifying the student's participation), the student will be charged an additional
$210 fee for instruction in the Transcendental Meditation technique at
Maharishi International University. This
$210 fee will be added to the amount of the
loan which the student will take out after
securing a practical training job. The loan
amount of $210 will need to be paid back to MIU in the event of withdrawal or dismissal
from the program.
Health Insurance
F-1 visa holders studying in the U.S. are required to have health insurance. To assist F-1 students attending the MSCS program at MIU, students have the option of purchasing their own health insurance or enrolling in a health insurance plan coordinated by MIU.
Until a student starts CPT, MIU will allow the student to bill the MIU coordinated health insurance to the student's MIU student account for a maximum of 18 months.
This quarterly billing to the MIU Student account may continue for up to 18 months from the date of the student starting enrollment at MIU.
Health insurance will be billed to you on a quarterly basis up until 18 months of enrollment in the program, unless you provide proof of insurance from another source.
The current cost is $498/quarterly and will be added to your student account charges and therefore paid when you start your CPT position
and take out a loan. This amount changes each year on August 1.
Regarding on-campus housing
Please note that the room and board cost of $7,400 covers the cost of the time on campus for the
Direct Track (STC-1, MPP, 4 CS courses, STC-2, 3 weeks of Career Strategies Workshop and up to 4 weeks of jobsearch).
After 6 months on campus, there is no refund for moving off campus. For any students that stay on campus after the end of the Direct Track date,
there will be an additional charge of $210 per week.
Students are only approved to remain on campus for a maximum of 10 months. After that time, they will need to find their own housing off campus.
This can be in Fairfield or anywhere in the United States.
Prepayment of Program Costs
Students have the option to prepay for the loan amount specified above.
Prepayment provides a savings on bank loan interest. For prepayment of the full
amount of the loan amount, (based on the Direct track time on campus, the student will
receive a $1,000 discount). The prepayment option must be exercised within 30
days of enrolling in the program.
Withdrawals/Dismissals
Students who withdraw (includes receiving a visa and entering the US but not enrolling at MIU,
or requesting to transfer out prior to enrollment) or are dismissed from the Program will be responsible
for Program Costs incurred to the date of withdrawal as follows:
Minimum withdrawal/dismissal charge is $2,500.
0-2 weeks withdrawal fee is $2,500 which covers all expenses for the first two weeks, but is also charged even if the student does not register or attend any classes at MIU.
. Tuition for more than 2 weeks on campus is $3,000 per 4-unit course
. Housing/Meals for more than 2 weeks on campus is $840 per month. After 6 months on campus there is no refund from the $7,400 program room and board cost.
. Fees: $365 from 6 weeks to five months, $730 for more than 5 months
. TM tuition is $210
. Health insurance charges of $166 per month or portion thereof.
Students who withdraw or are dismissed from the program after starting courses totaling more
than 34 units will not receive any reduction in program costs. The number of
units charged includes practicum units. If a student begins practicum, then
this is treated as one course worth, 4 units of credit.
In the event the student is not placed in a Curricular Practical Training (CPT) position within 12 months
of commencement of diligent search for the CPT position, commencing one month after completion of on-campus studies,
and either withdraws or is dismissed from the program, MIU will not collect any unpaid balances for those residing outside of the United States.
If a student who is no longer enrolled at MIU (but resides in the US) still owes funds to MIU on the bank loan and/or the MIU Student Account,
that amount due plus any collection fees should be repaid to MIU by the former student. If the former student does not make payment,
the amount due may be referred to a U.S. debt collection agency including being registered as a bad debt with the U.S. credit bureaus.
MIU and the collection agency do not register outside of the U.S. the bad debt or pursue debt collections outside of the U.S.
Additional costs that are included in withdrawal/dismissal amounts include:
- additional room and board costs for staying on campus beyond covered period;
- additional tuition fees for courses enrolled in beyond the standard covered courses;
- unpaid health insurance costs billed to the student;
- Distance Education fees or CPT employment fees incurred for violating MIU policies;
- additional unpaid costs for enrolling in the Optional Practical Training (OPT) program;
- all unpaid Student Account balance amounts that are not paid within 6 months of graduation or completion of all MIU courses;
- the amount of loan payments paid by MIU while student is employed in CPT or OPT that were not paid back by the student.
Legal and Collection Costs
In the event that a student violates either this Agreement or the Bank loan
agreement, the student will be required to pay all legal and collection costs
incurred by the University in enforcing these agreements.
You agree that the University may conduct criminal background and employment
checks on you through your period of enrollment and practical training and for 90 days thereafter.
Statement of Student's Acceptance
August 2025 agreement form.
Please sign below to indicate the following:
I, the undersigned, have carefully read and understood this Agreement in its
entirety, and I accept and agree to all the provisions in this Agreement.
I understand that these policies are in addition to the standard university
policies.
