History
With a tradition of excellence in health care and science education since its founding in 1823, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS) offers its students degree programs and co-curricular activities that are focused on knowledge and skills development.
Education
Our uniquely immersive and hands-on culture is designed to help you achieve your potential as a healthcare professional. Train with the same technology and equipment used in real-life labs, offices, and hospitals. Thrive in a community of like-minded learners. Be challenged. Be stimulated. And have fun too.
MCPHS offers undergraduate and advanced programs across the entire healthcare spectrum. Not sure where to start? Use our interactive program finder to zero in on your future career.
Research
Our students have access to the most sought-after internships, clinical placements and research opportunities right in our own backyard. From the leading hospitals in central Massachusetts and New Hampshire to Boston’s world-class Longwood Medical and Academic Area, our students gain valuable, real-world experience in institutions, including the #1 pediatric hospital in the country and New England’s top-ranked cancer treatment center, to name a few.
Career
- We offer a wide range of employment opportunities to support a diverse academic education in a flexible work environment.
- Each member of our community's unique experiences and perspectives add value to our ability to create and deliver the best education, academic service, and employee experience possible.
- We care about the health and safety of our students and employees and require employees to be fully vaccinated and tested on a regular basis. You may learn more about are COVID-19 Vaccine and Testing Policy here.
- We have a vested interested in our employees’ professional development, well-being, and work/life balance. We want our employees to grow, thrive, and enjoy working at MCPHS.
Distance Learning Courses
Medicine & Health (16)
- MAc Acupuncture
- M.Sc. Clinical Management
- M.Sc. Dental Hygiene
- AS to MS Dental Hygiene Bridge Program
- MHS Health Sciences
- M.B.A. Healthcare Management
- M.Sc. Pharmaceutics
Education & Training (3)
- M.Sc. Clinical Research
- MHS Health Sciences
Engineering & Technology (2)
Social Sciences (1)
Student services
Counseling services is a part of the Division of Student Affairs and offers counseling services on our Boston, Worcester, and Manchester campuses. We value an atmosphere that is welcoming and comfortable for all students, regardless of race, gender, ethnic background, age, sexual orientation, religion, citizenship or disability. Our mission is to support the intellectual, emotional, social, and cultural development of students in a multicultural environment.
Housing services
Live in apartment-style suites, high above our academic spaces and state-of-the-art labs, or join the vibrant community at the Treehouse and share your living and dining spaces with art and engineering students from our neighbors at the Colleges of the Fenway. Whatever residential housing option you choose, University-sponsored housing is guaranteed to all incoming freshmen and first year transfer students, which means your home away from home is already waiting for you.
Library services
Most of our print collections have been converted into an electronic format, enabling users to access material remotely and from all three campuses. Each library maintains small print and reserve collections to support its campus programs. Through its combined print and electronic collections, the libraries maintain research-level collections in pharmacy and drug information.
Campus life
- Boston, Massachusetts - Located in the world-renowned Longwood Medical and Academic Area, everything Boston has to offer is at our doorstep.
- Worcester, Massachusetts - Live and learn in an urban center of opportunity. Located 40 miles west of Boston in central Massachusetts, Worcester is a center of healthcare and education.
- Manchester, New Hampshire - Thrive in a close-knit community. Just about 50 miles from Boston, our Manchester campus is conveniently located right downtown.
Sports facilities
Stay fit at the Schumann Fitness Center, which offers a variety of equipment, amenities, and classes. The Center features locker rooms and showers, as well as 50 pieces of the latest technology in cardiovascular and strength equipment from top of the line manufacturers. Looking for group exercise experiences? Each semester, the Center offers classes in a variety of areas, including yoga, Pilates, Zumba, and Tango, and each class can be tailored to your specific needs. Our students also enjoy access to the pool facilities at Colleges of the Fenway member Simmons College – just visit our Cardinal Booth for a pass.
Student clubs
At MCPHS, you can form immediate connections with other students and staff who are as passionate about healthcare as you are. That’s the beauty of being immersed in a community totally dedicated to health sciences. Get involved in countless clubs and organizations, intramural sports, campus cultural events, and the many things offered outside of our doors. And make the most of your experience here at MCPHS.
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education