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Bachelor of Science in Health Psychology

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS) University - Boston Campus

USA,Massachusetts

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 39,240/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

Application Fee

Sep 2025

Apply Date

USA, Massachusetts

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1823

Total Students: 7,502 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

179 Longwood Ave, Boston, MA 02115, United States

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Bachelor of Science in Health Psychology

Program Overview

At the intersection of healthcare and behavioral science, health psychology is a diverse course of study leading to a wide range of professional career options.

As a health psychology undergraduate, you will gain pivotal insights into behavioral, emotional, and cognitive factors that influence human health and social institutions-ideal preparation for fields ranging from traditional psychology, public health, and research to child life specialist, law, and architecture. Throughout your course of study, you will build a foundation in psychology as well as knowledge of healthcare issues from fields such as sociology, law, ethics, literature, history, and healthcare administration. You also will receive rigorous preparation in the basic sciences and liberal arts and training in research methods and statistics. Our four-year program in health psychology-one of only a handful in the US-takes place on our Boston campus and starts in the fall.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the BS in Health Psychology program, students will be able to:

Apply concepts and theories from psychology to solve real-world problems.
Apply the biopsychosocial model to health and non-health contexts.
Locate and critically evaluate relevant sources to make evidence-based decisions.
Communicate psychology concepts and research findings to a variety of audiences (age, gender, culture, education level, expertise).
Apply effective team processes to engage in productive interdisciplinary collaboration.
Describe the breadth and applications of psychology in terms of topics and career options.
Demonstrate effective use of word processing, data processing, presentation, source management, collaboration, and project management software.
Identify careers of best fit based on individual work values, interests, and skills.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

30 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
sep 2025		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 39,240 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS) University - Boston Campus

CAD 10,270 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 79
SAT
- Minimum Overall Score - 480.0
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 58.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 105.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

Minimum CGPA Required: 60.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Scholarships and Grants
Scholarships and grants are also known as gift aid. This is money that does not need to be repaid. While scholarships can be merit-based or from an outside organization, grants are generally need-based and are calculated based on the information that you submitted on the FAFSA

MCPHS Advantage Scholarship
Boston Merit-Based Scholarships
Worcester / Manchester Merit-Based Scholarships
Other Types of Scholarships and Grants

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.