Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Founded in 1823 at the first institution of higher education in Boston and the second-oldest pharmacy college in the U.S. and now a state-of-the-art university for health sciences, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS) is focused on shaping healthcare and bettering the field one generation at a time. Our flagship campus is located in the heart of Boston’s Longwood Medical and Academic Area, focused on shaping the health and life sciences fields one generation at a time. With additional campuses in Worcester, MA and Manchester, NH, and our online programs, MCPHS enrolls more than 7,000 students in more than 100 graduate, professional, and undergraduate health sciences programs.
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Academic programs
- Research
- Science
- Technology
- Business
- Nursing
- Economics
- Health Science
- Psychology
- Pharmacy
- Public health
Student experience
- Co-op/Internship Opportunities
- Disability Services
- Intramural/Club Sports
- LGBTQIA Services
- Military/Veteran Services
- On-Campus Housing
- Study Abroad
- Undergraduate Research
Application information
First-year
First Year/Freshman application plan options: Early Decision November 1, 2025, Early Action November 15, 2025 and Regular Decision February 1, 2026.
Programs that strongly encourage Early Action decision plan: Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant, and Nursing.
Programs that strongly encourage Early Action decision plan: Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant, and Nursing.
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Find Your Fit
MCPHS offers 100+ degree programs that span the spectrum of healthcare. In addition to traditional four-year bachelor degrees, MCPHS also offers three-year accelerated degrees, a six-year direct-entry PharmD program, and dual-degree pathways. Check out our Program Finder to find the program that is right for you.
Become a Future Healthcare Leader
The healthcare industry is the fastest growing occupational field according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. MCPHS graduates become healthcare leaders, earning a median salary of $124,126 ten years post-enrollment, according to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. This makes MCPHS graduates top earners in New England and among the top earners in the nation and listed #1 University for Earning Power by the Wall Street Journal/Times Higher College Rankings.
Live and Learn in the Heart of the LMA
Our academic buildings and on-campus residence halls are located in the Longwood Medical and Academic Area (LMA) of Boston. Students take advantage of clinical rotations, internships, and research opportunities at some of the country’s most prestigious healthcare institutions right in their own backyard.
Boston is Your Campus
Beyond the LMA, is the Fenway neighborhood where students can participate in events at our Colleges of the Fenway (COF) partner schools and enjoy a variety of shopping, dining, and entertainment options. You can also hop on the “T” and take a quick subway ride to downtown to enjoy all that the city has to offer.
Visit us
Join us for an open house or schedule a personalized visit at www.mcphs.edu/visit.
MCPHS offers 100+ degree programs that span the spectrum of healthcare. In addition to traditional four-year bachelor degrees, MCPHS also offers three-year accelerated degrees, a six-year direct-entry PharmD program, and dual-degree pathways. Check out our Program Finder to find the program that is right for you.
Become a Future Healthcare Leader
The healthcare industry is the fastest growing occupational field according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. MCPHS graduates become healthcare leaders, earning a median salary of $124,126 ten years post-enrollment, according to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. This makes MCPHS graduates top earners in New England and among the top earners in the nation and listed #1 University for Earning Power by the Wall Street Journal/Times Higher College Rankings.
Live and Learn in the Heart of the LMA
Our academic buildings and on-campus residence halls are located in the Longwood Medical and Academic Area (LMA) of Boston. Students take advantage of clinical rotations, internships, and research opportunities at some of the country’s most prestigious healthcare institutions right in their own backyard.
Boston is Your Campus
Beyond the LMA, is the Fenway neighborhood where students can participate in events at our Colleges of the Fenway (COF) partner schools and enjoy a variety of shopping, dining, and entertainment options. You can also hop on the “T” and take a quick subway ride to downtown to enjoy all that the city has to offer.
Visit us
Join us for an open house or schedule a personalized visit at www.mcphs.edu/visit.
Visit us
What's the best way to get to know Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS)? Plan a visit to our Boston campus, connect with us in person. We offer a variety of visit opportunities, all designed to give you a glimpse of your exciting future. Our Admission Counselors are here to answer your questions and to guide you through your decision-making process. Your counselor will work with you to make sure MCPHS and the program you choose are a great fit for you. They’ll help you throughout the admission process, from starting your application to starting your first day of class. So contact us at visit@mcphs.edu or 617.879.5964 so that we can help you plan the perfect visit to campus.