93%

Acceptance Rate

$12,308

Avg.Financial Aid

002165

FAFSA Code

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS)

  • Type Control of Institution - Public/Private

    Private, Not-For-Profit

  • Acceptance Rate:

    N/A

  • Level

    4 Years

  • Religious Affiliation Indicates religious affiliation (denomination) for private not-for-profit institutions that are religiously affiliated.

    Not applicable

  • Accreditation Accreditation is the process by which the quality of learning at various educational institutions are evaluated. Read More.

    CIHE

  • Website

    www.mcphs.edu
  • Student Population Number of Students attending College

    7,064

  • On Campus Housing Does the institution provide on-campus housing?

    Yes

#N/A

Location & Contact

Email:

N/A

Address

179 Longwood Ave

Rankings

It becomes easier for the aspirants to apply to a university and have their doubts regarding the same cleared if the university has a ranking. It is said that the more information that a prospective student has about a university, the better it is. The ranking of a university helps a student overcome the confusion of which university/college is right for them and also other prospects. Before taking admission, a student can assess the university chosen by them on various grounds like research excellence, the performance of its students after graduation, and their experience, among others. Notably, for the rankings, the two publications, US News and Forbes, are trusted everywhere. However, it should be noted that MCPHS University does not feature in the list of top colleges, according to the latest ranking of these two publications.

Admissions

  • Application Deadline Deadline for application submissions. Please contact the school for more details.

    None

  • Acceptance Rate Percentage of applicants who are accepted in an Institution.

    93%

  • SAT Range

    1030 - 1230

  • SAT/ACT

    Required

  • ACT Range

    22 - 28

  • High School GPA

    Required

  • Application Fee

    FALSE$

  • Accept Common App

    Yes

Admission to the university is fairly easy and the students are recommeded to make the most out of it. MCPHS University has 4 admission thresholds. A non-refundable fee, along with the application form, is required to be deposited by the students, in order to complete the process. If the SAT score of a student lies in the range of 1010-1240, it would improve her chances. Notably, students securing ACT score less than 20 might also given admission but the average ACT score at MCPHS University is 23. The candidates can apply for the courses online. However, in case they need information or want to feel the vibes, they visit the school's office at 179 Longwood Ave, Boston, Massachusetts 02115-5896. They can also call them at (617) 732-2800.

Annual Cost to Attend

  • Net Price Cost of attendance minus any grants and scholarships received.

    $39,665

  • Average Annual Cost

    $32,600

Additional Costs:

  • Books And Supplies

    $1,214

  • Other Fees

    $1,020

  • Room And Board The charges for an academic year for ooming accommodations and meals for a typical student.

    $16,974

  • Budget For Other Expenses

    $3,312

Total One Year Cost

$55,120

Tuition fees and the cost of living during the course tenure are the next two things that a student should keep in mind before applying to MU. The annual full-time cost of attendance comes out to be approximately $56,902. This cost includes the average annual tuition cost ($34,650), books and supplies ($1,256), room and boarding ($17,568), and budget for other expenses ($3,428). If it sounds unaffordable to the applicant, there are numerous financial aid options available that they can explore.

Academics

Highest Degree Offered The highest degree offered by the Institution.

Doctor's degree

Student:Faculty Ratio

16:1

Full-Time Retention Rate Percent of the that re-enrolled at the institution as either full- or part-time in the current year.

80%

Part-Time Retention Rate Percent of the that re-enrolled at the institution as either full- or part-time in the current year.

67%

Academic Calendar

Semester

Research Funding per Student

$37

Faculty Overview

34%

Male Professors

66%

Female Professors

Non-traditional Learning

Evening Degree Programs

Teacher Certification

Distance Education

Study Abroad

Majors

Most Popular Majors:

  • Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences,...

    383 Graduates

  • Registered Nursing, Administration,...

    246 Graduates

  • Health/Medical Preparatory Programs

    121 Graduates

  • Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervent...

    114 Graduates

  • Dental Support Services and Allied...

    53 Graduates

  • Health Services/Allied Health/Healt...

    27 Graduates

  • Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecu...

    19 Graduates

  • Clinical, Counseling and Applied Ps...

    11 Graduates

  • Dental Support Services and Allied...

    53 Graduates

  • Health Services/Allied Health/Healt...

    27 Graduates

  • Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecu...

    19 Graduates

  • Clinical, Counseling and Applied Ps...

    11 Graduates

  • Public Health

    10 Graduates

  • Pharmacology and Toxicology

    5 Graduates

  • Health and Medical Administrative S...

    2 Graduates

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Student Body

Undergraduate Students

3,966

Socio-Economic Diversity Percent of full-time, first-time students receiving an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.

29%

Full-time / Part-time

94% / 6%

Students Gender

Male

28%

US National: 44%

Female

72%

US National: 56%

LGBTQIA STUDENT RESOURCE GROUPS

ON CAMPUS WOMEN'S CENTER

Race/Ethnicity

White

36%

Unknown

8%

Black

9%

Hispanic

8%

Two or more races

2%

Non Resident alien

15%

Asian

22%

American Indian/Alaska native

0%

Native Hawaiians/Pacific islander

0%

Geographic Density

Geographic Density

High

0%

Unknown Location

34%

Out Of State

53%

In State

13%

Foreign

Economic Diversity

36% percentage of students who recieved an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.

Median Household Income

$72,630 per year

Campus Life

Housing

The students can reside on campus and 78% of Freshman Live On-Campus.

On Campus Housing Available

Yes

Freshmen Required to Live on Campus

No

Freshmen Live on Campus

78%

Undergrads in College Housing

N/A

Averege Housing Cost

$13,700/year

Campus Food

The institution has several dining and meal plan options available to students and the average meal plan cost is around $3,372/year.

Meal Plan Available

Yes

Average Meal Plan Available

$3,372/year

Athletes

Division Sports Nickname

Cardinals

School Colors

N/A

Varsity Athletics Association

N/A

Varsity Athletics Conference Primary

Not applicable

Total Male Athletes

N/A

Total Female Athletes

N/A

Intramural Sports

11

Sports Club

N/A

Campus Security

The university offers on-campus housing facilities to the students who wish to stay on the campus. The normal expense for on-campus housing is $17,568 per year. The average meal plan at MU costs around $3,372 a year. Notably, students at the varsity get to choose from various dining and meal plan options as well. The university has enrolled around 27% male and 73% female students.

24-Hour Security Patrol

Campus Emergency Phones

24-Hour Escort Safety rides

Mobile Campus Emergency Alert

After Graduation

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation

$75,700/year

Median Earnings 10 Years After Graduation

$116,000/year

Median Total Debt After Graduation The median cumulative federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated.

$25,000 - $30,750

Typical Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 4.53% interest rate.

$259 - $319

Outcomes 8 Years of Attending

Show data for students who

and started their studies

Out of 7,811 students

30% Graduated

10% Still Enrolled

15% Transfer

1% Withdraw

Financial Aid

Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid.

98%

Average Aid Per Year

$12,308

Students Receiving Federal Grants

32%

Average Aid Per Year

$5,400

Students Receiving State Aid

19%

Average Aid Per Year

$1,327

Students Receiving Institutional Grants

98%

Average Aid Per Year

$10,298

Average Grant & Scholarship by Family Income Aid awarded based on the family income.

Income

Average Amount

< $30K

$17,413

$30K - $48K

$15,702

$48K - $75K

$13,085

$75K - $110K

$11,468

> $110K

$10,614

As mentioned, if one finds the fees and cost of living at MU to be on the higher side, the financial aid department of the varsity would be of huge assistance. They can assist students with scholarships, grants, and student loans as well. The average financial aid at MCPHS University is around $12,261 and the federal grant is $6,376. Prospective students can benefit from state-level aid worth $1,522 as well as institutional aid worth $12,261.

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