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Your chances of getting into Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

88.3%
Admission Difficulty for Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Very High 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at MCPHS is 88.3%.  Its admission rate is the 56th lowest in Massachusetts.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into MCPHS and can you get accepted?

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 5,029 out of the 5,698 who applied were admitted.

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.41. 15% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into MCPHS?

88% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.41 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1230 on the SAT
  • Score 28 on the ACT

MCPHS GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.41

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into MCPHS are to have around a 3.41 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.41 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as MCPHS accepts 88% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at MCPHS is 3.41 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #32 in Massachusetts for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since MCPHS is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.4 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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MCPHS SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 14% of students submitted SAT scores and 1% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1090-1370

Applicants Submitting SAT 

14%
SAT Scores for Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 530
Math 25th Percentile 560
Composite 25th Percentile 1090
SAT Scores for Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 660
Math 75th Percentile 710
Composite 75th Percentile 1370
Average SAT Score 1230

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at MCPHS is 1230 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1090-1370. Students who get into Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences score in the top 43 percent of all SAT test takers..  MCPHS ranks #24 in the state of Massachusetts for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1230 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. MCPHS regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1090 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1090, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 950, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1230 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1230, you have around a 88% chance of being admitted. A 1370 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 93% chance of getting in.

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1370 and Above Good >93%
1230 to 1370 Avg + 88%-93%
1090 to 1230 Avg - 79%-88%
950 to 1090 Reach 67%-79%
Less than 950 Low <67%
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MCPHS ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

25-31 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

1%
ACT Scores for Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile 24
Composite 25th Percentile 25
ACT Scores for Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile N/A
Math 75th Percentile 32
Composite 75th Percentile 31
Average ACT Score 28

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into MCPHS?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to MCPHS is 28, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 25 and 31.  The school ranks #23 in Massachusetts and #206 in the U.S. for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 28. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 25 and score in the score in the top 22 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 22.

1 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into MCPHS for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 28 score has around 88% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 93% with a 31 ACT score.

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
31 and Above Good >93%
28 to 31 Avg + 88%-93%
25 to 28 Avg - 79%-88%
22 to 25 Reach 67%-79%
Less than 22 Low <67%
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Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 4,563 1,132 5,698
Accepted 4,079 948 5,029
Acceptance Rate 89% 84% 88%
Enrolled 574 185 759
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 14% 20% 15%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences is lightly competitive to get into, you have a very good chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.41 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1230 and ACT of 28 will almost guarantee your admission.

Other Colleges to Apply To 

Students applying to Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences often consider these colleges

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=166656 IPEDS survey data for Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences.

Last updated February 24, 2024