PharmD Program Comparison
Explore the options to earn your Doctor of Pharmacy degree from MCPHS.The First Step to Your Doctor of Pharmacy
There are several paths to pursue your Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) at MCPHS, one of the top pharmacy schools in the country. Our innovative PharmD programs are offered in a variety of formats on all our campuses to meet our students’ educational needs and career goals. Explore the chart below to find the PharmD program that’s right for you.
| Program Feature | Direct Entry | Traditional | Acclerated | Online |
| Education Requirements | High School Diploma | Bachelor’s Degree or Completed preprofessional credits | Bachelor’s Degree or Completed preprofessional credits | Bachelor’s Degree or Completed preprofessional credits |
| Location | Boston | Boston | Worcester or Manchester, NH | Online with Immersions in Manchester, NH |
| Format | Full-Time; In-Person | Full-Time; In-Person | Full-Time; In-Person | Full-Time; Hybrid |
| Duration | 6 Years* | 4 Years | 3 Years | 3 Years |
| APPE Rotations | 36 Weeks | 36 Weeks | 36 Weeks | 36 Weeks |
| Accepts Transfers | Yes | No | No | No |
| STEM Dual Degree Options | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Concentrations | Yes | Yes | Yes | On a case-by-case basis |
| Graduate Certificates | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Scholarship Availability | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Honors Program | Yes | Yes | No | No |
*The PharmD—Direct Entry can be completed in an accelerated, 5-year timeline. Speak with an Admission counselor for more information.
MCPHS also offers a Non-Traditional Pathway to a PharmD for licensed pharmacists in the U.S. with a bachelor’s degree or equivalent from another country.
What to Do With Your PharmD
From community and hospital pharmacies to industry and research, a PharmD unlocks numerous career opportunities. The programs at MCPHS will prepare you for roles across the pharmacy profession.
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