The Maitripa College Catalog is the official statement of Maitripa College policies and includes course descriptions for all courses offered at Maitripa College between 2020-2026. Maitripa College faculty and staff are committed to periodic review and revision of degree curricula in light of new findings and methods in the fields of study, feedback from alumni and professionals, and faculty expertise. These courses are not guaranteed to be offered in the future, and new courses may be developed in 2026 and beyond.

About the College

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  • Mission
  • Vision
  • Educational Philosophy
  • Academic Freedom
  • History

Academic Calendar

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  • Fall Semester 2026
  • Spring Semester 2027
  • Summer Term 2027

Admissions

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  • Degree-Seeking Admission
  • Continuing Education and Auditing Admission
  • Enrollment in Courses
  • Degree Program Change
  • Transfer Credit
  • Transcripts
  • English Language Proficiency
  • International Students

Tuition, Fees, and Financial Aid

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  • Tuition and Fee Schedule
  • Payment Plans
  • Refund Schedule
  • Service Charges and Holds
  • Tuition Discounts
  • Financial Aid
  • Scholarships
  • Tuition and Fees for Credit Transferred, Attempted, or Earned by Final Mastery Demonstration, Internship, or Independent Study
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Academic Programs

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  • Overview of Academic Offerings
  • Program Learning Outcomes
  • Master of Arts in Buddhist Studies (MA, 44 Credits)
  • Master of Divinity (MDiv, 72 Credits)

Course Descriptions

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  • Action Research Project
  • Community Service
  • Contemplative Education
  • History
  • Meditation
  • Philosophy
  • Theology
  • Tibetan

Academic Policies and Regulations

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  • Academic Advising
  • Academic Framework
  • Enrollment and Progress
  • Grading and Appeals
  • Degree Completion

Faculty and Administration

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  • Administrative Structure
  • Visiting Research Professor

Student Services

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  • General Building Information
  • Environmental Stewardship: Building, Energy, and Sustainability Practices
  • Facilities: Specific Information for Students
  • James A. Blumenthal Library
  • Minimum Technology Requirements

College Policies and Procedures

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  • Foundational Values and Commitments
  • Student Rights, Privacy, Access
  • Safety and Ethical Conduct
  • Academic and Community Standards
  • Grievance and Resolution Procedures
  • Legal and Regulatory Notices

 Campus Safety and Emergency Procedures

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Important Phone Numbers and Contact Information

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