At Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS), we don’t just prepare future healthcare leaders—but the healthcare leaders of today. There has never been a better time to consider pursuing a degree in the health and life sciences.

For over 200 years, MCPHS has evolved to become the most comprehensive, health and life sciences university in the country. With more than 100 undergraduate, graduate, professional, and certificate programs, MCPHS strives to educate leaders across the healthcare spectrum.

MCPHS has been ranked the #1 Best Schools for Pre-medical Studies in the United States in 2023 by College Factual, top 5 Most Transformative College in 2020 by Money magazine, and the #3 University for Return on Investment in 2022 by Georgetown University’s Center on Education and the Workforce.

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Admissions

Application Deadline

February 1

Acceptance Rate

91%

SAT Range

970-1220

ACT Range

20-27

Application Fee

SAT/ACT

Considered but not required

High School GPA

Required

Accepts Common App

Yes

Cost

Net Price

$39,316 / year

National

$15,523

Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.

Average Total Aid Awarded

$16,024 / year

National

$7,535

Students Receiving Financial Aid

100%

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Academics

Professors

C+

Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.

Student Faculty Ratio

7:1

Evening Degree Programs

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Majors

Pharmacy (PharmD)

With MCPHS’ direct-entry PharmD program, become a practicing pharmacist in six years—no PCAT required! The future of healthcare and pharmacy is changing. Beyond dispensing drugs, pharmacists can develop medications, shape policy, and more. Our faculty, curriculum, and the experiences we offer throughout the U.S. and abroad are at the forefront of this change, preparing you for a fulfilling future.

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Online

Programs Offered Entirely Online

Offers Online Courses

Yes

Online Certificate Programs

Online Associates Programs

Online Bachelor's Programs

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Mix of Online and on Campus
42%
On Campus
58%
Online
0%

Students

Full-Time Enrollment

3,705 Undergrads

Part-Time Undergrads

265

Undergrads Over 25

21%

Pell Grant

38%

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Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus

75%

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After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation

$116,000 / year

National

$33,028

Graduation Rate

70%

National

49%

Employed 2 Years After Graduation

96%

National

83%