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Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS) has been a respected global leader in healthcare and life sciences education for over 200 years for 200 years, fully committed to coaching Indian students to achieve rewarding healthcare careers.
MCPHS is located in Boston’s prestigious Longwood Medical and Academic Area, which houses world-famous hospitals, research centers, and pharmaceutical companies, offering Indian students invaluable industry opportunities.
It ranked number one nationally for its earning power by The Wall Street Journal and was stated to be the â€Most Transformative College’ by Money Magazine (2018-2019).
Through interprofessional education, MCPHS prepares international students to succeed in the healthcare field – as medical professionals, educators, or researchers. Students gain real-world experience at MCPHS’s five on-campus centers and clinics that serve the public.
As a teaching institution with a 13:1 student-to-faculty ratio, MCPHS’s distinguished faculty members are focused on the success of their students. MCPHS also helps with the advancement of healthcare education, offering personalized support and guidance to international students through its team of mentors, coaches, and advisors for an unforgettable student experience.
MCPHS Alum, Amitoj Singh Sawhney, epitomizes the transformative opportunities at MCPHS. Starting as a student, he seamlessly transitioned into a full-time research technologist at the Mayo Clinic, spearheading innovative projects and mentoring aspiring scientists. His journey underscores the invaluable experiences and connections fostered at MCPHS, empowering students to excel both academically and professionally, long before graduation. Learn more about Amitoj’s MCPHS journey (link to video profile: Alumni Spotlight: Amitoj Singh Sawhney - YouTube)
MCPHS’s network of more than 32,000 alumni work in virtually every sector of healthcare, nationally and throughout the world.
Accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education, MCPHS is a global leader in developing students into successful professionals in the healthcare and life sciences industries. Founded in 1823, MCPHS is the first university founded in Boston and the second-oldest pharmacy school in the nation, graduating more pharmacists than any other school.
MCPHS was ranked third for value by the Georgetown CEW 2023, and as the most transformative college in 2018–19 by Money Magazine. MCPHS’s graduates earn a median annual income of USD 116,000, ten years after enrolling. They join a global alumni network of more than 32,000 members.
After graduating from MCPHS, international students go on to work in the industry, attend medical school, or obtain their master’s degree at MCPHS.
During their time at MCPHS, students can visit the Center for Professional Career Development for employment resources and tools to help them advance their careers. Services provided include one-to-one coaching sessions, resume writing, and guidance for students’ career search.
HARDIK GOSWAMI, PHEP ’19 | Hardik is an alumnus of MCPHS who graduated from the Doctor of Philosophy in Pharmaceutical Health Economics and Policy (PHEP) program: “The PHEP program was a stepping stone to enter into the corporate pharmaceutical world and achieve my goal of becoming a researcher.”
Hardik went on to become a successful associate principal scientist at Merck, where he supported and developed health economic models for products for the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) submissions and reimbursement processes.
MCPHS offers five programs designed for students whose academic and professional experiences took place outside the United States. This includes four International Transition Programs.
The , designed for MCPHS freshmen and transfer students who are coming to study in the U.S. for the first time, strives to help make the transition to life in the United States a bit easier.
Unlike many international pharmacy degree programs outside of North America, United States pharmacy programs include liberal arts courses. As a result, students who earned an undergraduate degree internationally may be missing the liberal arts courses required for entry into the MCPHS Doctor of Pharmacy program. The Graduate Studies Summer program allows students to satisfy these liberal arts requirements by taking a short 10-week summer session.
The provides students with a full-time, structured transition to the university's curriculum by allowing them to start their degree while simultaneously strengthening their English proficiency through a focus on science- and health-related language-learning courses.
Students interested in the Accelerated Doctor of Pharmacy degree, but who are missing many prerequisites, have the opportunity to to fulfill their required coursework. At the same time, they strengthen their scientific and language skills, meet faculty from the doctoral program, receive assistance in the application process, and participate in communication coaching for their admission interview.
Academically motivated international students have the opportunity to earn a combined Bachelor of Science in Premedical Health Studies at MCPHS and a Doctor of Medicine or Bachelor of Science in Medical and Molecular Biology and a Doctor of Medicine at St. George’s University, located in Grenada. More information on this pathway can be found on the MCPHS website.
36,84,310 Undergraduate Fees are for indicative purposes, for details
24,13,883 Postgraduate Fees are for indicative purposes, for details
16,64,698 Living costs
14,74,857 To live on campus
First-year, transfer, and graduate applicants must meet the requirements for admission to specific programs. They are encouraged to consult the university to confirm their eligibility.
Applying to MCPHS as a first-year student is free of charge. All programs require the following documents for review:
MCPHS will consider any applicant who has completed 12 or more college credits as a transfer applicant. Graduate applicants are students who have already earned a bachelor’s degree and are looking to pursue an advanced degree. The requirements for transfer and graduate applications .
All international applicants must show proof of English language proficiency by submitting one of the following:
If students meet the academic requirements for a program, but not the English language requirements, MCPHS may be able to offer them conditional admission or admission to an Academic Bridge Program.
The Academic Bridge Program provides students with a full-time, structured transition to the university's curriculum by allowing them to start their degree, while simultaneously strengthening their English proficiency through a focus on science- and health-related language-learning courses.
From fellows of national academics to investigators on federally funded research grants, MCPHS’s dedicated and experienced faculty members teach students using a supportive method that facilitates their orientation into the American healthcare system.
With a 13:1 student-to-faculty ratio, students benefit from the expertise of 826 faculty members at MCPHS, 90 percent of whom are full-time faculty members with terminal degrees. Most faculty maintain professional activities or clinical appointments as they teach, allowing students to benefit from their real-world industry advice and networks.
Before entering the clinical or industry environment, students find themselves in real-world, clinical situations at MCPHS. Five on-campus clinics and centers see more than 250,000 patients annually, giving students the experience they need to excel in the healthcare field.
MCPHS is also known for its , which brings together students and faculty from different disciplines to teach and learn from each other. This innovative teaching style broadens students’ perspectives, enabling them to discover new ways to address complex challenges in their respective fields, and effectively communicate within different populations.
Many academic programs at MCPHS give students the opportunity to conduct their required clinical rotations or clerkships abroad. This is made possible by affiliations with 11 international rotation sites, including Peking University, Seoul National University, and the University of the Western Cape (South Africa).
MCPHS’s Boston campus is an urban campus located in Boston’s world-renowned Longwood Medical and Academic Area. While it is the oldest institution of higher education in Boston, the campus has state-of-the-art facilities and a modern look and feel.
MCPHS students at the Boston campus are passionate about getting involved, having established more than 100 student organizations, many of which are focused on culture, diversity, and religion.
MCPHS is one of five Boston-based colleges that make up the , through which students have access to hundreds of social activities, including intramural sports and performing arts. MCPHS students can cross-register in any of the 2,300 courses offered by the Colleges of the Fenway.
Students can live in on MCPHS’s Boston campus, and enjoy a comfortable and safe environment with 24-hour security. MCPHS offers various residential housing options, including apartment-style suites located above labs and academic spaces. Incoming first-year students and transfer students who meet application and deposit deadlines are eligible for residential housing.
International students are invited to arrive at the university before all other students for an additional orientation event, during which they learn about U.S. academic requirements, classroom culture, U.S. immigration status, options for jobs, internships on a visa, and more.
The International Academic Advising Office supports international students with personalized services. This includes setting academic and career goals, explaining policies and procedures, and adjusting academic schedules to meet individual needs.
The provides immigration advice and assistance for international students. They help with obtaining and maintaining proper legal immigration status while attending MCPHS, as well as the search for internships, employment, and training in the United States.
MCPHS has special recognition scholarships in place for first-year international students. These scholarships are based on merit (grades, application file, and profile) and not on financial need. Scholarships for international students range from USD 2,000 to USD 18,000 per year and are renewable if a student maintains a specific academic performance.
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