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MCPHS University
Boston, Massachusetts · Private non-profit university · Training programs available:
Address: 179 Longwood Ave, Boston, MA 02115 · Phone: (617) 732-2800 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, since lifted — May 2025 · Probation · American Optometric Association; Aug 2025 · Renewal of Accreditation.
MCPHS University is a private non-profit trade and career school in Boston, Massachusetts, offering radiology and sonography programs, accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology and other bodies.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, MCPHS University graduates in these programs carry a median debt of $25,000 and earn a median of $125,557 ten years after entry; campus-specific completion rate is not reported.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for MCPHS University; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used here, and about 30.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $75,350 | $103,620 | $122,900 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Massachusetts (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
MCPHS University is a private non-profit university located in Boston, Massachusetts. The school participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning students may use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for their education. MCPHS holds accreditation from several bodies depending on program area, including the New England Commission of Higher Education, the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, among others. Within its trade and career-training offerings, the campus's most notable program family is radiology and sonography, with 8 completers reported.
Federal data shows a median graduate debt of $25,000 and median earnings of $125,557 ten years after entry for students in these programs. About 30.1% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of lower-income enrollment. Completion rate for this campus specifically is not reported for this campus in federal data, though the state average completion rate is 59.7%; how this campus compares to that average is not reported. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
Given its concentration in radiology and sonography, this campus may suit students seeking focused, technical training in medical imaging within a larger university setting; whether programs are short-term certificates or longer associate/bachelor's-level tracks is not specified here. Adult learners or career changers should confirm program length and schedule format directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and outcome data independently, check the listed accreditors and the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
MCPHS University's reported trade program family is radiology and sonography, with 8 completers listed in federal data. Other health programs may exist at the university but are not part of this trade-program data set.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, MCPHS University is accredited. Depending on program, accreditors include the New England Commission of Higher Education, Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education, Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, American Occupational Therapy Association's Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy, and the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, MCPHS University participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid including federal loans and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus-specific completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data. The Massachusetts state average completion rate is 59.7%, but a direct comparison is not reported.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates of the reported trade program is $25,000, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates are $125,557 ten years after entry, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (617) 732-2800 or visit mcphs.edu for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
MCPHS University is a private non-profit institution. Non-profit status generally means the school reinvests revenue into educational programs rather than distributing profit to shareholders, though this doesn't guarantee any specific outcome.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the data provided; contact the school to confirm the duration of the radiology and sonography program.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation status through the listed accrediting bodies and review detailed outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?166656.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
This isn't specified in the data provided; program length, schedule flexibility, and format aren't reported here, so prospective adult students should contact the school directly to assess fit.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach MCPHS University at (617) 732-2800 or through its website at https://www.mcphs.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby radiology and sonography programs is not reported here; use the College Scorecard to look up and compare other schools in the area.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.