This program prepares you for a career in a rapidly expanding field full of researchers who are harnessing biology to discover and develop useful products, including cutting-edge therapeutics.
Discover how to apply critical concepts of biology toward the development of new products, methods, and organisms to improve human health and well-being in this full-time, four-year program in Boston, the global hub of the biotechnology industry. Learn from and with peers in related, yet distinct disciplines and explore exciting possibilities for your future—including through an internship—as you acquire knowledge in our classrooms and master techniques in our laboratories, which are stocked with equipment that is commonly used by industry. Hone your communication and influencing skills while progressively building an academic foundation in the sciences, liberal arts, and technology. You will graduate with the experience—and confidence—to begin your career or advance your education at the graduate level.
Learning Outcomes
With this bachelor’s degree, you will be qualified for entry-level positions at life sciences companies as well as applied science graduate programs. You will be able to:
demonstrate knowledge of basic concepts of biology, molecular biology, and biochemistry
design experiments, conduct laboratory research, and analyze and interpret the results
apply biotechnology concepts to research and real-life situations, including as part of a team
think critically, creatively, and constructively about problems related to current biotechnology issues
communicate the results of scientific projects and research and explain practical applications
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please
September 2025
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS)
Boston Campus,
179 Longwood Avenue,
BOSTON,
Massachusetts,
02115, United States
All first-year applicants must submit the following credentials along with their completed application: Official high school transcript.
Language Proficiency: TOEFL iBT – 79; TOEFL ITP – 550; IELTS - 6.5; iTEP - 4.0; PTE Academic – 58; Duolingo - 105.
The Admission Office accepts applications from international students on a rolling basis with priority filing dates of November 1 (Early Action I), December 1 (Early Action II), and February 1 (Regular Decision).
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
As a global leader in healthcare education, offering over 100 programs of study—MCPHS positions students for successful careers.