MCPHS University - Nursing Programs

MCPHS (Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences) University is a private university in Boston. It is in the Longwood Medical and Academic Area of the city and specializes in programs designed to train students for medical careers, including nursing. The location inside the Longwood Medical and Academic Area gives students access to exciting clinical opportunities working with medical professionals and treating a diverse population. The university also maintains two satellite campuses in Worcester, Massachusetts and Manchester, New Hampshire. The university started as the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy in 1823. The university now offers a variety of programs through its 13 schools. The nursing programs are offered through the MCPHS University School of Nursing.

MCPHS University does not have a lot of nursing programs. However, they do offer the traditional BSN program, along with an accelerated BSN program and an MSN program. These programs are accredited by the CCNE, while the university was accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges in 1974. The school gives students access to a high-tech simulation center and clinical placements. The immersive clinical experiences allow students to work closely with faculty and clinical staff at the top healthcare institutions in the region.

Updated on: 08 Nov, 2025

Program Length & Format

32-month
at the Boston campus
Year-round schedule
56 pre-program credits plus 64 program credits; 585 experiential learning hours (lab/simulation and clinical)

Admission Requirements

Completed MCPHS application
Official college transcripts from each college/university attended; official high school transcript or GED
Personal statement included in application
Prerequisite courses must be completed at a regionally accredited college or university with a grade of C+ or higher
Math and science courses completed more than 10 years before anticipated matriculation are not accepted

Entrance Exams

TEAS score of 65.3% required for year 2 entry
Up to three TEAS attempts allowed within three years

Prerequisites

Prerequisite coursework must be completed at a regionally accredited institution with a final grade of C+ or higher
Math and science prerequisite courses older than 10 years are not accepted

Application

Submit completed MCPHS application
Submit official college/university transcripts and official high school transcript or GED
Include personal statement within application
Final transcripts and test scores must be sent directly from institutions or testing agencies (sealed if mailed)

Clinical & Simulation Lab

Onsite simulation and patient assessment laboratories at Boston campus
Clinical rotations at medical and research institutions in the Boston area and across New England
585 experiential learning hours designated for lab/simulation and clinical placements

Credit Transfer

Official transcripts required for transfer credit evaluation
Prerequisite courses accepted only if completed at regionally accredited institutions with grade C+ or higher
Math and science courses completed more than 10 years prior to matriculation are not accepted