Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

The college admitted 84% of all applicants in 2021. Out of 5,526 applications received in 2023, 4,634 students were offered admission.

If you are applying to Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

Students who submit their applications to Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences for the fall semester should receive an admissions decision no later than February 15.

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences's admissions stats.

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	84%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	23%
Waitlist	Yes

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	Yes	November 1	December 1

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Applying Early to Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences?

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Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 1. Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences will release EA admissions decisions no later than December 1.

Some students apply early to increase their chances of being offering admission. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase your chance of being admitted, since it shows that you are very interested in a school.

➡️ Explore a list of some top colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Admissions

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Transferring to Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are they consider most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the areas where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

Wondering what factors are considered by Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences for more information on admission factors.

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview	–	–	√	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	1	–	–	–
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences?

Students admitted to Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2021, 84% of Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 23% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

To be most competitive at Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, you should strive to earn between 21 and 27 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 27 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 27, and three out of four students scored lower than 27 on the ACT.

A 21 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences students. Only one out of every four students scored below 21.

More Information on Transferring to Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is February 1. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences.

Does Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences accept transfer credits?

✅ Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences?

✅ Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences is not test optional.

What is Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences's acceptance rate?

✅ Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences has an acceptance rate of 84%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences?

❌ Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences does not offer early decision.

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