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Programs and Community
Maitripa College offers the only Buddhist graduate programs in the Pacific Northwest — grounded in three pillars of scholarship, meditation, and service.
Graduate Degree
MA in Applied Buddhism
A low-residency, cohort-based program integrating Buddhist wisdom into professional and personal life — without relocating.
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Graduate Degree
MDiv — Buddhist Chaplaincy
A contemplative Master of Divinity preparing graduates for spiritual care in healthcare, hospice, and community settings.
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Continuing Education
Lifelong Learning
Non-degree courses and certificates open to all — deepen your practice at any stage of life.
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Open to All
Community Program
Public practices, visiting teachers, holidays, celebrations, and conferences — all are welcome.
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Resource
James A. Blumenthal Library
Over 5,400 titles in print and multimedia, open to students, faculty, and community members.
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Monastic
Rabjungma Community
Dedicated to empowering Buddhist women into service and leadership through scholarship, meditation, and community.
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About Maitripa
Rooted in the Nalanda Tradition
Founded in 2004 and affiliated with FPMT, Maitripa College is Oregon’s only accredited Buddhist graduate institution. Our programs integrate contemplative practice with rigorous academic inquiry, preparing graduates to serve their communities with compassion, clarity, and skill.
Our faculty bring together distinguished scholars, experienced meditation teachers, and practitioners committed to authentic transmission of the Buddhist tradition.
OUR STORY, FACULTY, AND LINEAGE
Student Portal
Courses, grades, and academic records
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Tuition and Scholarships
Payment schedules, scholarship applications, and funding guidance.
FUNDING YOUR EDUCATION
Handbooks, Policies & Procedures
Student handbook, academic policies, grievance procedures, and conduct guidelines
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Real Outcomes, Meaningful Transformation
Just ask our students and alumni
99%
Deepened contemplative practice
95%
Applied learning directly in their work or service
99%
Would recommend Maitripa to others
95%
Graduate satisfaction overall


