Learning Format | 2026-27 Academic Catalog

All of Meridian's degree programs are offered in an online format, with some of the programs being offered in a hybrid format at the Los Angeles Campus. Each quarter, students take one or multiple seven-week online courses. This adds up to 28 weeks a year -- just about half the year that courses are actively running. This gives students a break between quarters to rest and prepare.

Online Coursework

Online coursework is primarily conducted asynchronously, providing students the opportunity to participate in collaborative learning with faculty and fellow students during times that are convenient for personal schedules. Faculty do encourage their online classes to meet synchronously (virtually, but in real-time), to have real-time contact outside of residencies; however, while real-time attendance is encouraged, it is not required. At times students are asked to meet in virtual small groups at mutually convenient times. Meridian faculty and staff collaborate to provide an online learning experience for students that invites new and unexpected meanings to emerge.

Faculty Response Time

Faculty respond to students’ work (weekly lessons, projects, or doctoral project submittals) within two to 30 working days, depending on the nature of the assignment.

Classrooms and Meeting Space

All classrooms and meeting spaces are equipped with either built-in or mobile AV equipment which includes a computer, projector, multimedia players, projection screens, whiteboards, table, chairs, and markers. Table and chairs are also provided for all instructional spaces. Students are expected to notify staff of any equipment needs.

Coursework Format Availability

Transformative Learning Lab location and schedule may vary by course and quarter.Students who reside outside of California but inside the United States may be required to complete residential labs each academic year inside California depending on their state of residence.