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MCPHS University

Boston, MA·Private nonprofit·3,474 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. graduates earn a median of $106,500 within 10 years.

85%
Accept
3,474
Students
$35,084
Net Price
63%
Grad Rate
$106,500
Earnings
10 yr
$25,000
Debt

About This School

MCPHS University is a private nonprofit institution located in Boston, Massachusetts with approximately 3,474 undergraduate students enrolled. MCPHS University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 85%. The average net price after financial aid is $35,084 per year. The graduation rate is 63%, and the typical graduate earns $106,500 within 10 years of enrollment.

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS) is a private university focused on health- and life-sciences education, with campuses in Boston, Worcester, Massachusetts, and Manchester, New Hampshire, as well as online programs. The university provides traditional and accelerated programs of study focused on professional education in pharmacy and the health sciences.

Worth considering if you're serious about a health sciences career — the median earnings of $106,500 a decade out are strong, and the relatively low median debt of $25,000 makes the return on investment look solid. That said, the 63% graduation rate is a real concern: more than one in three students who start here don't finish, which is worth asking the school about directly before committing.

Founded
1823
Setting
Large city

Popular Programs

Health Professions94%
Biological Sciences3%
Psychology2%
Physical Sciences0%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1216
Reading 75th %ile640
Math 75th %ile700

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite27

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$38,850
Out-of-State Tuition
$38,850
Avg Net Price
$35,084
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants28%
Median debt at graduation$25,000

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
63%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
79%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$106,500
after enrollment
Median Debt
$25,000
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$25,000
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$82,200
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$106,500
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 4.3x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White31%
Black12%
Hispanic/Latino14%
Asian20%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (3,474 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

MCPHS University

179 Longwood Ave

Boston, MA 02115-5896

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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