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Created: Fri, 09/06/2019 - 19:22
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Institution Name Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences - Boston, MA (PharmD Early Assurance for current students)
College or School Name School of Pharmacy
Short Name MCPHS - Boston Early Assurance
Banner Image: MCPHS-Logo.jpg
If you need to post a notification below your institution name, please enter it here:
Street 1 179 Longwood Avenue
Street 2
Street 3
City Boston
State Massachusetts
Zip 02115
Country United States
Program Location: Massachusetts
Admissions Office Contact(s):
Institutional Website:
Contact Information Video:
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
What is the final (enforced) application deadline for your program? June 2, 2025
Final Application Deadline Description:
What is the priority application deadline for your program? None
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Please select the appropriate ACPE accreditation status for your institution from the list below: Full Accreditation
Satellite/Branch campuses:
Does your program follow the AACP Cooperative Admissions Guidelines? Yes
Is your institution public or private? Private
Is your institution part of an academic health center? Yes
Select the appropriate academic term type for your program. Semester (2 terms per academic year)
What is the minimum requirement of pre-pharmacy coursework for matriculation into your professional Doctor of Pharmacy program?  0 years
Is a Baccalaureate degree required or preferred for admissions? Not Required
What is the structure (e.g., length) of your Pharm.D. program curriculum? Direct Admissions 6 years
Does your program offer an Early Assurance program for admissions?  Yes
Does your program have affiliation or articulation agreements with undergraduate institutions for admissions? Contact the program directly for additional details.  Yes
Does your program offer a student the ability to complete their bachelor’s degree while enrolled in the Pharm.D. program? Yes
If “Yes” to ability to complete their bachelor’s degree while enrolled, please briefly describe: Students who enroll in our 0-6 program will earn a bachelor of Science in Pharmacy and Life Sciences at the end of their 4th year.
Does your program offer alternative pathways to Pharm.D. degree completion?  No
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Total number of Pharm.D. seats filled in the last P1 entering class: 161
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Target number of Pharm.D. seats for the upcoming P1 entering class: 260
Maximum number of Pharm.D. seats available in the upcoming P1 entering class: 300
Anticipated number of early assurance students advancing to the P1 year in the upcoming entering class: 227
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Does your institution offer a dual degree program, as defined above? Yes
If yes, check all that apply: PharmD/MPH (Public Health), PharmD/MSCR (Clinical Research), Other Dual Degrees
If other dual degrees, as defined above, please list: Doctor of Pharmacy/Master in Regulatory Affairs and Health Policy
Does your institution offer a concurrent, double, or second degree program, as defined above? No
Provide any additional information regarding dual, concurrent, double, or second degree programs: Each dual degree requires eight additional classes beyond the Doctor of Pharmacy curriculum: two courses in each of the summers after professional years 1, 2, and 3 and one course in each of the fall and spring semesters of professional year 3. These latter two are not additional classes but serve as professional electives in the third professional year. Earn two degrees without adding more time to your course of study.
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Program Description MCPHS University, formerly Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, is the oldest institution of higher education in the entire city of Boston and the second-oldest university of pharmacy in the United States. Since the University's founding in 1823, MCPHS University has been on the cutting edge of innovation in healthcare education. The six-year Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program provides direct entry from high school and includes a two-year liberal arts and sciences phase followed by a four-year professional phase, ensuring that graduates are critical thinkers, capable professionals, and compassionate caregivers.
Program Description Video:
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Minimum Overall GPA: N/A
Minimum Prerequisite GPA: N/A
Provide any additional information regarding GPA policies for applicants:
Total number of college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 65
Total number of basic science college SEMESTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation: 29
Total number of college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:
Total number of basic science college QUARTER HOURS that must be completed prior to matriculation:
Provide any additional information regarding credit hour policies for applicants:
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
List of Course Prerequisites:
Course Subject Course Title Semester Hours (Min) Quarter Hours (Min)
Biology/Biological Science General Biology I 3
Biology/Biological Science General Biology II with lab 4
Chemistry General Chemistry I & II with lab 8
Chemistry Organic Chemistry I with lab 4
Chemistry Organic Chemistry II 3
Microbiology Microbiology with lab 4
Anatomy & Physiology Anatomy and Physiology 3
Statistics Statistics (Acceptable substitutions include Basic Statistics, Biostatistics, Psychological Statistics, Economic Statistics) 3
Math Calculus 3
English Composition / Writing *Additional courses required for students without a Bachelor's Degree*
College Writing/English		 6
Psychology *Additional courses required for students without a Bachelor's Degree*
Psychology 		3
Social/Behavioral Science *Additional courses required for students without a Bachelor's Degree*
Social Sciences 		3
General Elective(s) *Additional courses required for students without a Bachelor's Degree*
Liberal Arts Courses		 18
When do applicants need to complete all course prerequisites prior to enrollment (e.g. date or term)? August 1, 2025, for Fall 2025.
Can applicants use online classes to fulfill the institution's course prerequisites?
  • Science Course Prerequisites with Labs: Yes
  • Science Course Prerequisites without Labs : Yes
  • Non-Science Course Prerequisites: Yes
Enter any additional information regarding online course prerequisites: Applicants can complete outstanding prerequisites through MCPHS's School of Professional Studies. These courses are offered online and are self-paced. For more information, please visit: https://www.mcphs.edu/academics/school-of-professional-studies/prerequisites
Can applicants use pass/fail classes to fulfill the institution's course prerequisites?
  • Science Course Prerequisites with Labs: Varies
  • Science Course Prerequisites without Labs : Varies
  • Non-Science Course Prerequisites: Varies
Enter any additional information regarding pass/fail course prerequisites:
Enter any additional information regarding course prerequisites: Required courses for students with a Bachelor's Degree or higher:
• General Biology I (3 credits)
• General Biology II with lab (4 credits)
• General Chemistry I & II with lab (8 credits)
• Organic Chemistry I with lab (4 credits)
• Organic Chemistry II (3 credits)
• Microbiology with lab (4 credits)
• Anatomy and Physiology (3 credits)
• Statistics (3 credits) (Acceptable substitutions include Basic Statistics, Biostatistics, Psychological Statistics, Economic Statistics)
• Calculus I (3 credits)

Additional courses required for students without a Bachelor's Degree:
• College Writing/English (6 credits)
• Psychology (3 credits)
• Social Sciences (3 credits)
• Liberal Arts Courses (18 credits)
Link to additional course prerequisites information:
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Does your institution require applicants to submit a supplemental application or supplemental materials directly to the institution and outside of PharmCAS? No
Will your institution require a supplemental application fee? No
Provide any additional information about the supplemental application, materials, or fee requirements:
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Do you accept or consider any standardized tests? Do not include immunization requirement or other similar documentation requirements. No
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Does your program require pharmacy observation hours? Recommended, but not required
Please note any additional relevant information:
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Are evaluations (letters of reference) required by your institution? Yes
 If yes, how many evaluations are required? One (1)
Please indicate your evaluation type requirements. Select all that apply.
  • Clergy: ACCEPTED
  • Co-Worker: ACCEPTED
  • Employer: ACCEPTED
  • Faculty Advisor: ACCEPTED
  • Family Member: NOT ACCEPTED
  • Friend: NOT ACCEPTED
  • Health Care Professional: ACCEPTED
  • Pharmacist: ACCEPTED
  • Politician: ACCEPTED
  • Pre-Health Advisor: ACCEPTED
  • Professor (Any Subject Area): ACCEPTED
  • Professor (Liberal Arts): ACCEPTED
  • Professor (Math): ACCEPTED
  • Professor (Science): ACCEPTED
  • Supervisor: ACCEPTED
  • Teaching Assistant: ACCEPTED
What is your college/school policy on committee letters? Accepted
Does it count as more than one evaluation? Varies
What is your college/school policy on composite letters? Accepted
Does it count as more than one evaluation? Varies
Provide institution specific details regarding evaluations:
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Is preference given to state residents? No
Is preference given to residents of other states? No
Additional information about the program’s state residency requirements:
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Does your institution consider foreign citizens (excluding Canadian citizens)? Yes
Select the citizenship types eligible for admission: US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, US Temporary Residents, Canadian Citizens, Foreign (non-US) Citizens with a Visa, Foreign (non-US) Citizens, Other Non-Citizens (e.g. DACA Students)
Policy for accepting non-U.S. coursework (excluding study abroad): Send a foreign transcript evaluation report (FTER) to PharmCAS
Other clarifying information, if necessary: Official transcripts from non-U.S. secondary schools, colleges or universities must be sent to the World Education Services (WES) for a course-by-course evaluation.
Non-native speakers must submit official TOEFL scores? Yes
If the TOEFL is required for non-native English speakers, provide additional details about the requirement below: If English is your second language, you will be required to submit a Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a minimum score of 79 or an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a minimum score 6.5. Please visit our website for further information.

https://www.mcphs.edu/admission-and-aid/undergraduate-applicants/international-applicants
Does the institution offer a post-B.S. Pharm.D. program for current pharmacists who are already licensed in the U.S.? Yes
If yes, is the post-B.S. Pharm.D. program offered to current U.S., Canadian, and/or foreign-trained pharmacists? U.S. Pharmacy School Graduates , Canadian Pharmacy School Graduates, Foreign Pharmacy School Graduates
Enter any additional information about the post-B.S. Pharm.D. program for current pharmacists. https://www.mcphs.edu/academics/programs/pharmacy-pharmd-non-traditional-pathway
Does the institution consider foreign-educated pharmacists WITHOUT a U.S. license for admission to the entry-level Pharm.D. program? No
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Interview Format: Individual applicants with one interviewer
Does the institution offer an online interview option? Yes
Briefly describe your institution's interview process: MCPHS University- Boston currently offers weekly individual Zoom interviews. Each student will complete an online written assessment at the end of the formal interview.
Link to institutional webpage for more detailed description:
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Is a deposit required to hold an acceptee's place in the class? Yes
Is the deposit refundable for any period of time? No
Enter details on the deposit (e.g. amount) and deposit refund policies: MCPHS University's enrollment deposit is $500.00 and the deposit is non-refundable.
Date of first day of classes and/or matriculation for the next entering class: 2025-09-02
Additional details for accepted applicants:
Are accepted applicants required to have CPR certification prior to matriculation? No
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
Is your institution participating in the PharmCAS-facilitated Criminal Background Check (CBC) Service? No
Is your institution participating in the PharmCAS-facilitated Drug Screening Service? No
I would like to mark this section as done. Yes
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