C+
Above Average
Score: 55/100

MCPHS University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Boston, Massachusetts 02115
🌐 www.mcphs.edu/
Outcomes
B+
75/100
Affordability
F
18/100
Resources
C+
64/100
Experience
A
82/100
Prestige
C
40/100

Quick Stats

6,321
Total Enrollment
63%
Graduation Rate
79%
Retention Rate
10.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
85%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The MCPHS University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $869,482
  • Avg rent near campus: $3,297/mo — vs ~$1,808/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 02119 (4.0% cap, Boston)

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🏆 Where MCPHS University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥇
Pharmacy Administration and Pharmacy Policy and Regulatory Affairs
of 2 schools
🥇
Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
of 21 schools
🥇
Gene/Genetic Therapy
of 1 schools
#4
Clinical Research Coordinator
of 5 schools
#8
Optometry
of 22 schools
#9
Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration/Management
of 19 schools
#10
Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies
of 17 schools
#13
Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician
of 70 schools
#14
Pharmaceutical Sciences
of 27 schools
#16
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $37,620 $37,620
Room $16,270
Board $4,500
Total Cost (On-Campus) $67,722 $67,722

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
43%
Receive Pell Grants
70%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Pharmacy 321 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 275 grads/yr Physician Assistant 204 grads/yr Pharmaceutical Sciences 203 grads/yr Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration/Management 177 grads/yr Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies 96 grads/yr Dental Hygiene/Hygienist 81 grads/yr Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 72 grads/yr Pharmacy Administration and Pharmacy Policy and Regulatory Affairs 60 grads/yr Biomedical Sciences, General 59 grads/yr Optometry 59 grads/yr Occupational Therapy/Therapist 55 grads/yr Family Practice Nurse/Nursing 54 grads/yr Clinical Research Coordinator 50 grads/yr Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine 47 grads/yr Gene/Genetic Therapy 38 grads/yr Physical Therapy/Therapist 34 grads/yr Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician 31 grads/yr Molecular Biology 31 grads/yr Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other 29 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from MCPHS University's top programs commonly pursue.

Pharmacists
$137k/yr 335,100 jobs
Medical and health services managers
$118k/yr 616,200 jobs
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$106k/yr 289,600 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Physician assistants
$133k/yr 162,700 jobs
Medical scientists, except epidemiologists
$101k/yr 165,300 jobs
Facilities managers
$105k/yr 151,400 jobs

Student Demographics

6,321
Total Students
76%
Women
82%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 38%
Hispanic 11%
Black 10%
Asian 18%
Two or More 2%
Non-Resident 15%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 53%
Hybrid (Some Online) 32%
Fully Online 15%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 82%
25-64 (Adult) 17%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at MCPHS University?
MCPHS University has an acceptance rate of 85%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend MCPHS University?
Tuition at MCPHS University is $37,620 for in-state students and $37,620 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at MCPHS University?
The graduation rate at MCPHS University is 63%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is MCPHS University a good school?
MCPHS University has a Repit College Score of 55/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend MCPHS University?
MCPHS University has a total enrollment of 6,321 students. Most students (82%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology