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Founded over 30 years ago, Meridian University enrolls students globally in its unique hybrid and 100% online graduate degree, certificate, and public programs. The University offers master's and doctoral programs in Psychology, Education and Business with diverse concentrations available within each of these programs. Meridian’s integrated, innovative curriculum is designed to be experiential and transformative.

Meridian graduates are engaged in varied professional contexts that include coaching, psychotherapy, organizational development, facilitation, social healing, social entrepreneurship, and transformative leadership.

The University’s facilities include the Los Angeles Campus, San Francisco Bay Area Center, and additional centers outside of California.

Meridian’s graduate programs are available in two formats, hybrid and 100% online. This model supports students who are working professionals and balancing other life commitments to move forward towards their personal and professional future.

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"Meridian University is a model for education: multidisciplinary, holistic, and practical. It offers a grounded vision of what is possible, both personally and socially, and how we can help create a better future."

— RIANE EISLER
Author of the Chalice and the Blade, the Real Wealth of Nations, and Nurturing Our Humanity

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Educating Developmental Practitioners

Recorded at the University's Los Angeles Campus, Meridian President Aftab Omer, PhD, describes how the University's programs are designed to use transformative learning to educate developmental practitioners, providing an experience unlike traditional informational learning alone.

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"Meridian University is a gift to this moment in our history. The rare breadth of the intellectual journey it offers, and its exquisite attention to the ripening of the whole person, set a stunning example for graduate studies."

— JOANNA MACY Philosopher and Ecopsychologist

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Meggan Hartman | Meridian Faculty Profile

Hear from Meggan H., a member of the Psychology faculty, on what drew her to teach at Meridian and what her favorite thing about it is. She also shares about her work outside of Meridian and how the experience helps her in her role as a…

Tim Willison | Meridian Faculty Profile

Hear from Professor Tim W., on how Meridian has become family over the years. He shares what he finds extraordinary about the learning environment and encourages prospective students to search for the calling that is within them.

Kenya C. | Meridian Student Profile

Hear from Meridian PsyD student Kenya Clement, about her journey so far in her first quarters. She describes vivid analogies of her experience with transformative learning and shares the inspiring career goals she has for after graduation.

Valerie W. | Meridian Student Profile

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David S. | Meridian Student Profile

Hear from Meridian student David Stevenson, who chose Meridian because he was looking for an education that focuses on the depth of the personal journey. He connects his understanding of transformative learning with his interest in native…

Master’s vs Doctorate in Psychology: Which Path Is Right for You?

For those called to a career in psychology, choosing between a master’s and a doctoral degree is more than a matter of academic ambition. It’s a decision that shapes how you'll serve, where you'll work, and the impact you’ll make. Whether you're…

Batya B. | Meridian Student Profile

Hear from Meridian student, Batya Biegun Yahav, as she is beginning her journey at Meridian. Her understanding and experience of transformative learning has already widened her perspective. She shares how enriching it has been being thousands of…

Jeff H. | Meridian Student Profile

Meet student Jeff Hutcherson as he shares what drew him to Meridian University’s PsyD program and how his experience has deepened his personal and professional journey. Hutcherson reflects on the strength of Meridian’s learning community, the…

Is an MEd Degree Worth It? Career Outcomes and Benefits

In the past, educational leadership was often defined by administrative tasks: managing staff, overseeing budgets, and ensuring compliance. But today, the role has grown far beyond logistics. Educational leaders are being asked to respond to…

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