Best colleges for Pharmacy in Massachusetts
Ranked by graduate earnings
Northeastern University Professional Programs, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and Northeastern University award the most Pharmacy degrees and certificates in Massachusetts: 663, 582 and 202 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 8 Massachusetts colleges offer Pharmacy and award 1,570 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Pharmacy program, officially titled Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration, focuses on the study of medicines and their effects on health. This program is designed for students interested in understanding pharmacology…
Top 2 institutions, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Boston Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree | $47,882 | 582 | 62% | $35,358 | $27,000 |
| 2 | Bunker Hill Community College Boston Public · Certificate | $48,013 | 21 | 13% | — | — |
Colleges awarding the most Pharmacy degrees in Massachusetts
Top 6 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Northeastern University Professional Programs Boston Private not-for-profit | 663 | Not reported |
| 2 | Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Boston Private not-for-profit | 582 | $47,882 |
| 3 | Northeastern University Boston Private not-for-profit | 202 | Not reported |
| 4 | Western New England University Springfield Private not-for-profit | 59 | Not reported |
| 5 | University of Massachusetts-Lowell Lowell Public | 36 | Not reported |
| 6 | Tufts University Medford Private not-for-profit | 6 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 2 Massachusetts colleges offering Pharmacy
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bunker Hill Community College | Boston | Public | 21 |
| Mount Wachusett Community College | Gardner | Public | 1 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Pharmacists (SOC 29-1051).
Top skills
What Pharmacists earn in Massachusetts
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Pharmacy programs in Massachusetts.
Which Massachusetts colleges award the most Pharmacy degrees?+
Northeastern University Professional Programs (663 graduates a year), Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (582 graduates a year) and Northeastern University (202 graduates a year) award the most Pharmacy degrees and certificates in Massachusetts, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 8 Massachusetts colleges offer Pharmacy.
Which Pharmacy program in Massachusetts has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences tops the list at $47,882. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
How much do Pharmacists earn in Massachusetts?+
The average annual wage for Pharmacists in Massachusetts is $138,660 (median $138,170), across about 7,230 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Pharmacy program?+
The Pharmacy program, officially titled Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration, focuses on the study of medicines and their effects on health. This program is designed for students interested in understanding pharmacology…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop speaking, reading comprehension, active listening, monitoring, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Pharmacists?+
The national job outlook is about +4.6% growth with around 14,200 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Doctoral or professional degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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