MCPHS University
MCPHS University is a private research university in Boston, Massachusetts, serving roughly 3,451 students. Admission is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of about 85.21% in federal reporting data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $125,557 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $40,530
- 2024 Average Net Price: $39,545 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 85.21% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 3,451 94.8% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 62.02%
- Average SAT Score: 1269
MCPHS University: what the data shows
Common questions about MCPHS University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is MCPHS University?
MCPHS University is located in Boston, MA (ZIP 02115-5896).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is MCPHS University public or private?
MCPHS University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does MCPHS University cost?
Published tuition: $40,530.
Average net price after aid: $39,545.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $35,206 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $36,228 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $38,376 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $42,536 |
| $110,001+ | $43,470 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $162,120.
How hard is it to get into MCPHS University?
Admission rate: 85.21%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1269 and midpoint ACT 27.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is MCPHS University?
Total enrollment: 3,451 students.
About 95% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at MCPHS University?
150%-time completion rate: 62.02%.
First-year retention: 74.0%.
What do graduates of MCPHS University earn?
Median earnings: $77,171 six years after entry; $125,557 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $25,000.
30.06% of students receive Pell grants.
What is MCPHS University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (2,175 completions)
- CIP 512001 (321 completions)
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research (275 completions)
- CIP 510912 (204 completions)
- CIP 051201 (203 completions)
- CIP 510702 (177 completions)
- CIP 511102 (96 completions)
- CIP 510602 (81 completions)
- Health Professions and Related Programs (72 completions)
- CIP 512002 (60 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is MCPHS University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 85.21%; completion rate 62.02%; median earnings $125,557 at 10 years; net price $39,545. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$40,530
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at MCPHS University was $40,530.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$39,545
2024 Value
In 2024 MCPHS University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $39,545.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$158,180 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$39,545 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$162,120 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for MCPHS University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
30.06% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
66.58% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at MCPHS University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for MCPHS University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $28,470 | $28,470 | $34,345 |
| 2014 | $30,400 | $30,400 | $34,271 |
| 2015 | $30,530 | $30,530 | $35,360 |
| 2016 | $31,560 | $31,560 | $36,473 |
| 2017 | $32,590 | $32,590 | $37,779 |
| 2018 | $33,620 | $33,620 | $38,127 |
| 2019 | $34,650 | $34,650 | $37,712 |
| 2020 | $34,650 | $34,650 | $37,807 |
| 2021 | $35,800 | $35,800 | $37,288 |
| 2022 | $37,230 | $37,230 | $37,351 |
| 2023 | $38,850 | $38,850 | $35,084 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
85.21% Acceptance Rate
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1269
ACT Average: 27
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.3 - 3.5
Estimated Median GPA: 3.40
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
94.8% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at MCPHS University in 2024 is 3,451 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
74.0%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
53.32% 100% Completion Time
62.02% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 53.32% of students graduating from MCPHS University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for MCPHS University.
Return on Investment
$25,000 Median Student Debt
$125,557 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
19.91% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
693.76% Return on Investment
2.0 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for MCPHS University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
CIP 51.2001: 321 completions
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research: 275 completions
CIP 51.0912: 204 completions
CIP 05.1201: 203 completions
CIP 51.0702: 177 completions
CIP 51.1102: 96 completions
CIP 51.0602: 81 completions
Health Professions and Related Programs: 72 completions
CIP 51.2002: 60 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 2,175 completions
Most popular programs at MCPHS University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for MCPHS University graduates.
About
MCPHS University is a private non-profit institution located in Boston, MA, offering 41 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 3,451 students. The admission rate is 85.21%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1269. The institution maintains a 62.02% graduation rate. Approximately 30.06% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Boston, MA 02115-5896
Region: New England
Insights and Analysis
Strong Career Outcomes: MCPHS University graduates report median earnings of $125,557 ten years after entry, placing them among the higher-earning college graduates nationally. This strong earnings potential reflects both the quality of education and the career opportunities available to graduates.
FAQ
How much does MCPHS University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $40,530 and average net price is $39,545 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into MCPHS University?
The admission rate is 85.2% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What test scores do students need for MCPHS University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, MCPHS University reports midpoint SAT about 1269 and midpoint ACT about 27.
What do graduates of MCPHS University earn?
Median earnings are $77,171 six years after entry and $125,557 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at MCPHS University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 62.0% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do MCPHS University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $25,000.
How big is MCPHS University?
Total enrollment is about 3,451 students in the latest reporting year.
Is MCPHS University public or private?
MCPHS University is a private nonprofit institution located in Boston, MA.
Is MCPHS University an HBCU?
No. MCPHS University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is MCPHS University a tribal college?
No. MCPHS University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is MCPHS University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, MCPHS University does not meet that proxy (reported share 16.2%).
Is MCPHS University religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for MCPHS University in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.