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Founded by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi

A non-profit university with on-campus and online degree programs

Home of Consciousness-Based Education

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Join the first master’s program dedicated 100% to regenerative organic agriculture

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  • Complete your graduate degree in as little as 16 months, part-time
  • Learn from faculty who have decades of experience in organic agriculture
  • Gain a global perspective by learning with students and faculty from across the globe
  • Experience a holistic approach to learning with Consciousness-BasedSM education
  • Financial aid typically covers all costs*

*Federal grants and loans available to most US citizens and permanent residents

Apply Now for Aug 2021 entry

Welcome! Our newly offered MS in Regenerative Organic Agriculture (MS-ROA) highlights best industry practices to cultivate an ethical relationship with the world’s natural resources to support greater resiliency in our environment and economy.

Add value to your career and community

Be a part of restoring balance back to our soils, our environments, and our food, feed, and fiber chains! Whether you are a professional in agribusiness, farmer, educator, or consultant, you will gain a strong foundation in the principles and practices of regenerative organic agriculture to help you advance in your profession.

Fully online, 16-month program

Flexible, affordable, online program designed for working adults. The MS-ROA program is delivered part-time over three semesters and one summer – offering a convenient option for individuals looking for career development while juggling a career, family, or other commitments.

What is regenerative agriculture?

Regenerative agriculture is a systems-based approach to agriculture that leverages natural ecology to build soil, improve water efficiency, and increase biodiversity while emphasizing healthy food, feed, and fiber as the foundation of a strong community.

“More than a mere alternative strategy, regenerative agriculture represents a fundamental shift in our culture’s relationship to nature.” –Charles Eisenstein

Self-discovery

You’ll learn the Transcendental Meditation® technique, an evidence-based technique that enhances clear thinking, reduces stress, and promotes creativity. In addition, our unique system of Consciousness-BasedSM education will help you to connect everything you’re learning to who you are at your core.

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Jess Nohle, admissions counselor
Jess Nohle, admissions counselorJess Nohle will be your admissions counselor. Jess will provide you with all the details of becoming an online graduate student, including connecting you with program faculty when you have questions.

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Courses

A total of 32 credits are required to complete the 16-month Master of Science in Regenerative Organic Agriculture. Up to 8 post-baccalaureate credits may be transferred and applied toward the degree requirements.

Required courses:

  • Science of Creative Intelligence
  • Soil Science
  • Crop Science
  • Horticulture
  • Certification, Processing, & Handling
  • Statistics for Agriscience
  • Research Methods
  • Research Project

Elective courses may include:

  • Advanced Horticulture
  • Agroforestry
  • Global Organic Agriculture Practices
  • Agricultural Economics
  • Soil & Water Quality
  • Medicinal Herbs Cultivation, Processing, & Quality Control
  • Soil Ecology
  • Apiculture
  • History of Organic Agriculture
  • Science of Permaculture
  • Advanced Crop Science
  • Biochar

Featured faculty

Atanu Mukherjee

Atanu Mukherjee received his PhD from the University of Florida (Concentration: Soil, and Water Science). Dr. Mukherjee’s areas of expertise include soil and water chemistry, environmental soil quality, biochar technology, sustainable agriculture, and greenhouse gas emissions. His research interests focus on the assessment of soil and water quality under contrasting farming management practices (organic, and sustainable agriculture); applications of various types of biochars (and other agricultural/industrial by-products) as a soil amendment to enhance soil quality, and improve crop yield; and evaluation of environmental impacts (greenhouse gas emissions, eutrophication, water quality impairment) of agricultural practices.

Cost & Aid, 2021-22

US Students

US MS in Regenerative Organic Agriculture, 2021-22

IMPORTANT: This estimate is based on two semesters + summer (one academic year).

Annual Cost of Attendance and Typical Financial Aid
Tuition$10,000
Federal student loans–$10,000
Your payment$0
Optional: additional low-interest federal loans-$10,000

Additional Financial Aid Information

Personal Expenses

$10,000 per year in optional federal student loans are available toward living expenses and travel to the residencies.

Required Residencies

The cost of housing and meals for residencies is included in the tuition. Students are responsible for travel costs.

Education Tax Incentives

There are a variety of money-saving tax benefits to assist in reducing the cost of education expenses. More about education tax benefits.

Veterans

Veterans should contact the VA for information on Veterans Education Benefits. MIU is a Yellow Ribbon school. Our Veterans Certifying Official is our Director of Financial Aid.

Loan Repayment Options

Standard

Payments are a fixed amount that ensures your loans are paid off within 10 years (within 10 to 30 years for Consolidation Loans).

Extended

Payments may be fixed or graduated and will ensure that your loans are paid off within 25 years.

Graduated

Payments are lower at first and then increase, usually every two years, and are for an amount that will ensure your loans are paid off within 10 years (within 10 to 30 years for Consolidation Loans).

Income-Based

Your monthly payments will be either 10 or 15 percent of discretionary income (depending on when you received your first loans), but never more than you would have paid under the 10-year Standard Repayment Plan.

Income Contingent

Payments are recalculated each year and are based on your updated income, family size, and the total amount of your Direct Loans. Any outstanding balance will be forgiven if you haven’t repaid your loan in full after 25 years.

Income Sensitive

Your monthly payment is based on annual income, but your loan will be paid in full within 15 years.

Tuition, other fees, scholarships, and financial policies are subject to change prior to the entry date. For more information, contact us at finaid@miu.edu for a quick reply — normally one business day — or see more about financial aid.

International Students

International Online MS in Regenerative Organic Agriculture

IMPORTANT: This estimate is based on two semesters + summer (one academic year).

Annual Cost of Attendance
Tuition per year$10,000
Your payment$10,000

Tuition, other fees, scholarships, and financial policies are subject to change prior to the entry date. For more information, please email intadmis@mum.edu or call Admissions at (641) 472 1110.

Entrance requirements

Applicants must have a four-year undergraduate degree or equivalent, ideally in agriculture, environmental science, or related field.  Applicants with degrees in other fields must have a minimum of 1-2 years of professional experience in agriculture, environmental science, or related field.

Additional entrance requirements

  • GPA of 3.0 or higher.
  • Submit a résumé or curriculum vitae, including a brief cover letter outlining your work experience and academic background in agriculture, ecology, soil science, and other related fields. Email resume/CV and cover letter to your admissions counselor.
  • Submit a statement of purpose discussing your interest in MIU and the MS in Regenerative Organic Agriculture. Please also highlight your short-term and long-term personal and professional goals. The essay should be 1-2 pages, double-spaced, in Times New Roman 12pt font, in PDF format. Email the statement of purpose to your admissions counselor.
  • Apply before May to secure your spot. The deadline to complete the admissions process is the beginning of July – contact your admissions counselor for details.
  • Completion of the MIU admissions process, including the submission of official transcripts, a recommendation, all materials listed above, and an admissions interview.

  • For students whose first language is not English: official English proficiency test scores within the past 2 years of at least 6.5 on IELTS Academic, 90 on TOEFL iBT or 58 on PTE, unless you have earned a full-time, on-campus degree from Canada, Australia, the UK, or the US within the past 2 years.

Before your first class

All MIU students practice the Transcendental Meditation® technique. If you have not learned it yet:

  • MIU has a special TM course fee of $190 for students.
  • Online students are required to learn the TM technique before starting the first class at MIU. The full $190 TM course fee will be refunded by MIU at the time of enrollment.
  • Contact your admissions counselor for details.
  • Find information on the TM technique or search for a TM teacher at TM.org

(R)evolution webinar series

Deep conversations with leaders regenerating the world

In these twice-monthly conversations, we speak with some of the leading figures in creating a healthy, safe, thriving, and socially just world. We learn about their work, and we ask them: What needs to change, at the deepest level, to bring about the transformations we need?

Speakers have included:

  • Dr. Rattan Lal — the first researcher to demonstrate that regenerative agriculture can address the climate crisis and other major global challenges; winner of the 2020 World Food Prize Watch ➡︎
  • Allan Savory — one of the founders of the Savory Institute and developer of the Holistic Management framework to address the cause of global desertification and climate change Watch ➡︎
  • Dr. Roland Bunch — one of the most well-respected leaders in regenerative land management Watch ➡︎
  • Dr. Tim LaSalle — past CEO of the Rodale Institute and a global champion of regenerative agriculture. Watch ➡︎

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