MCPHS University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About MCPHS University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
MCPHS University is a small private university located on an urban campus in Boston, Massachusetts. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 3,477, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 85%. The university offers 27 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 63%, and a student-faculty ratio of 10:1. Tuition and fees for students are $37,620.
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired to be considered for admission
High school rankNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Letter of recommendationRequired to be considered for admission
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRequired to be considered for admission
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentNo
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile23-33
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1080-1340
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
7k
Students enrolled
47%
Online student enrollment
10:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
38%
Unknown
7%
Black
10%
Hispanic
11%
Two or more races
2%
Non-U.S. Citizen
15%
Asian
18%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
43% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
31
Total Online Enrollment
2,964
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.47% online, 53% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
55% On-campus
45% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates100% online
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor's15% online
Graduate Certificate89% online
Master's53% online
Doctorate50% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $37,620 | $37,620 |
| Graduate | $24,840 | $24,840 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $948 |
| On-campus room and board | $23,988 |
| On-campus other expenses | $3,936 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $23,988 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $3,936 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $11,484 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $66,492 | $66,492 |
| Off-campus without family | $66,492 | $66,492 |
| Off-campus with family | $50,052 | $50,052 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
43%
State Grant Aid
30%
Institution Grant Aid
99%
Pell Grant
43%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$25k
Average student debtafter graduation
$82k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
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Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science And Related Fields. | |||
| 2 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 3 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 5 | Psychology. |
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