C+
Above Average
Score: 55/100
Overall (traditional)
A
Outcome Rating
87/100 · earnings-weighted

MCPHS University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Boston, Massachusetts 02115
MCPHS University campus, Boston, MA
MCPHS University campus, Boston, MA. Photo: User:DJRazma, CC BY 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
Outcomes
B+
75/100
Affordability
F
18/100
Resources
C+
64/100
Experience
A
82/100
Prestige
C
40/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

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

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at MCPHS University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$125,557
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$77,171
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$25,000
Median debt at graduation
62%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,269
Average SAT
27
Median ACT
30.1%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 20% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 99th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (MA wage index 1.29). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at MCPHS University

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$80,034$92,960+5%#244 of 966#774$25,000
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions$76,575$92,104+30%#33 of 253#72$27,000
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs$30,439$90,224+46%#5 of 48#7$27,000
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions$61,374$83,253+22%#7 of 76#24$25,000
Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration$47,882$72,947-37%#25 of 29#28$27,000
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences$49,788$67,637+10%#44 of 156#73$27,000
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology$51,942————$27,000

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

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  • 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: October 2026 | Methodology