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Advanced Placement (AP) scores of a 4 or higher will be considered for prerequisite coursework and may only count toward one three- or four-credit prerequisite course.

Students must achieve a score of 4 or better on an AP examination for transfer credit to be awarded

Candidates must receive a score of 50 or better per subject to be awarded CLEP credit.

Students must achieve a score of 5 or better on an HL (high-level) IB exam.

Official AP or CLEP Scores if applicable (transfer credit granted for AP Scores of 4 or 5 and CLEP Score of 50 or higher)

Additional Courses Accepted for Transfer Credit Statistics (3 credits) (Acceptable substitutions include Basic Statistics, Biostatistics, Psychological Statistics, Economic Statistics) Physics I with lab (4 credits) Healthcare Ethics (3 credits) Microbiology with lab (4 credits) Health Psychology (3 credits) Abnormal Psychology (3 credits) Human Development (3 credits) Interpersonal Communications for Health Professionals (3 credits) Humanities elective (3 credits) (Acceptable courses include Literature, Creative Writing, Philosophy, Ethics, Religious Studies, Select Fine Arts, Advanced Level Languages) Social Science elective (3 credits) (Acceptable courses include History, Political Science/Government, Anthropology, Upper-level Sociology, American Studies, Women Studies, Ethnic Studies, Geography, Economics) *Distance Learning or online courses are not allowed for licensure in MA per Committee on Acupuncture. -- Contact us 179 Longwood Ave Boston, MA, 02115 About MCPHS Accreditation History Events News Strategic Plan Careers at MCPHS Benefits View Job Openings Work and Life Employee Resources Employment and Income Verification Health Plan Transparency Compliance Patient Centers and Clinics Balance Movement and Wellness Center Center for Drug Information and Natural Products Eye and Vision Center Forsyth Dental Hygiene Clinic NESA Acupuncture Treatment Center Pharmacy Outreach Program Accessibility Legal Privacy Statement Title IX Nondiscrimination Policy Boston MA, Worcester MA, Manchester NH, Online | Copyright 2026 All Rights Reserved

The Master of Physician Assistant Studies- Boston Program does not award advanced placement transfer credit nor allow for advanced placement testing when entering the MPAS program.

If you complete any of the courses listed below, you may receive transfer credit and your first year course load may be However, due to the block registration nature of MCPHS programs, entering the first year of the program with transfer credits will not change the total length of your program.

If you complete any of the courses listed below, you may receive transfer credit and your first year course load may be lighter. However, due to the block registration nature of MCPHS programs, entering the first year of the program with transfer credits will not change the total length of your program.

If you complete any of the courses listed below, you may receive transfer credit and your first year course load may be lighter. However, due to the block registration nature of MCPHS programs, entering the first year of the program with transfer credits will not change the total length of your program. General Biology I & II with lab (8 credits) General Chemistry I & II with lab (8 credits) Calculus I & II (8 credits) American Culture, Identity, and Public Life (3 credits) (Acceptable substitutions include Introduction to Sociology or upper-level sociology course) Expository Writing I & II (6 credits) Additional Courses Accepted for Transfer Credit Organic Chemistry I & II with lab (8 credits) Molecular Biology (3 credits) Microbiology with lab (4 credits) Statistics (3 credits) (Acceptable substitutions include Basic Statistics, Biostatistics, Psychological Statistics, Economic Statistics) Introduction to Psychology (3 credits) Cultural Anthropology (3 credits) Humanities elective (3 credits) (Acceptable courses include Literature, Creative Writing, Philosophy, Ethics, Religious Studies, Select Fine Arts, Advanced Level Languages) General Elective (3 credits) (Acceptable courses include History, English, Fine Arts, Philosophy, Government, Ethics, Foreign Language, Psychology, Religious Studies, Anthropology, Communications, and Economics) Contact us 179 Longwood Ave Boston, MA, 02115 About MCPHS Accreditation History Events News Strategic Plan Careers at MCPHS Benefits View Job Openings Work and Life Employee Resources Employment and Income Verification Health Plan Transparency Compliance Patient Centers and Clinics Balance Movement and Wellness Center Center for Drug Information and Natural Products Eye and Vision Center Forsyth Dental Hygiene Clinic NESA Acupuncture Treatment Center Pharmacy Outreach Program Accessibility Legal Privacy Statement Title IX Nondiscrimination Policy Boston MA, Worcester MA, Manchester NH, Online | Copyright 2026 All Rights Reserved

A maximum of 30-semester credits (or 50%) of the prerequisite two-year education requirement may be earned through prior learning assessment using either, or a combination, of the following assessment techniques: (1) credit by examination using recognized, independently administered, and validated standardized tests and/or (2) assignment of credit for military and corporate training based on recommendations established by the American Council on Education.

While there are no specific required courses for entry into the first or second year of our program, transfer credit will be reviewed and awarded for each applicant at the time of admission.

A maximum of 30 semester credits of the prerequisite three-year education requirement may be earned through prior learning assessment using either, or a combination, of the following assessment techniques: (1) credit by examination using recognized, independently administered, and validated standardized tests and/or (2) assignment of credit for military and corporate training based on recommendations established by the American Council on Education. Transfer Credit Policy The New England School of Acupuncture (NESA) awards transfer credit toward the completion of its graduate-level programs based on a comprehensive review of an applicant’s official transcript(s) and supporting documentation. Petition for transfer credit must be submitted to the Office of Admission prior to enrollment at NESA. NESA considers the following criteria when evaluating courses for transfer credit: The course content must be equivalent to the NESA course in scope, depth, and instructional level. NESA reserves the right to require a challenge exam or additional documentation in the determination of transfer credit, particularly for coursework related to acupuncture, clinical practice, or other hands-on competencies. Courses submitted to fulfill admissions prerequisites may not be used toward program transfer credit. Continuing education, non-credit coursework, or experiential learning is not eligible for transfer. NESA permits a maximum of 75% of the total program credits to be accepted in transfer toward any degree or certificate of advanced graduate study. Within that limit, no more than 25% of the required clinical training may be accepted as transfer credit, subject to relevant state regulations and licensing requirements. AP Credit AP examination results are accepted for transfer credit for selected coursework. Students must achieve a score of 4 or better on an AP examination for transfer credit to be awarded CLEP Credit CLEP results are accepted as transfer credit for selected subject matter for incoming transfer students. IB Credit IB courses will be accepted for transfer credit for selected coursework. Transfer credits are limited to exams for English, language, and the arts. A complete list of the AP, CLEP and IB examinations and the corresponding MCPHS courses for which transfer of credit is allowed is available upon request through the Admission Office. Transfer credit by exam is limited to 18 credits total.

If you complete any of the courses listed below, you may receive transfer credit and your first year course load may be lighter. However, due to the block registration nature of MCPHS programs, entering the first year of the program with transfer credits will not change the total length of your program. Anatomy and Physiology I & II with lab (8 credits) Basic Chemistry I & II with lab (8 credits) Calculus I (3 credits) Expository Writing I (3 credits) Expository Writing II (3 credits) Additional Courses Accepted for Transfer Credit: Statistics (3 credits) (Acceptable substitutions include Basic Statistics, Biostatistics, Psychological Statistics, Economic Statistics) Introduction to Psychology (3 credits) American Culture, Identity, and Public Life (3 credits) (Acceptable substitutions include I ntroduction to Sociology or upper-level sociology course) Precalculus (3 credits) General Elective (3 credits) (Acceptable courses include any upper level, non-science or non-math course) Physics I (calculus-based) with lab (4 credits) Humanities elective (3 credits) (Acceptable courses include Literature, Creative Writing, Philosophy, Ethics, Religious Studies, Select Fine Arts, Advanced Level Languages) Social Science elective (3 credits) (Acceptable courses include History, Political Science/Government, Anthropology, Upper-level Sociology, American Studies, Women Studies, Ethnic Studies, Geography, Economics) Computer Applications (3 credits) Healthcare Ethics (3 credits) Interpersonal Communications for Health Professionals (3 credits) Contact us 179 Longwood Ave Boston, MA, 02115 About MCPHS Accreditation History Events News Strategic Plan Careers at MCPHS Benefits View Job Openings Work and Life Employee Resources Employment and Income Verification Health Plan Transparency Compliance Patient Centers and Clinics Balance Movement and Wellness Center Center for Drug Information and Natural Products Eye and Vision Center Forsyth Dental Hygiene Clinic NESA Acupuncture Treatment Center Pharmacy Outreach Program Accessibility Legal Privacy Statement Title IX Nondiscrimination Policy Boston MA, Worcester MA, Manchester NH, Online | Copyright 2026 All Rights Reserved

Courses completed more than five (5) years prior to the time of application may be accepted for transfer credit only after the institution verifies that the applicant has retained the relevant content knowledge and competencies associated with the course(s). A maximum of 30 semester credits of the prerequisite three-year education requirement may be earned through prior learning assessment using either, or a combination, of the following assessment techniques: (1) credit by examination using recognized, independently administered, and validated standardized tests and/or (2) assignment of credit for military and corporate training based on recommendations established by the American Council on Education. Transfer Credit Policy The New England School of Acupuncture (NESA) awards transfer credit toward the completion of its graduate-level programs based on a comprehensive review of an applicant’s official transcript(s) and supporting documentation. Petition for transfer credit must be submitted to the Office of Admission prior to enrollment at NESA. NESA considers the following criteria when evaluating courses for transfer credit: The course content must be equivalent to the NESA course in scope, depth, and instructional level. NESA reserves the right to require a challenge exam or additional documentation in the determination of transfer credit, particularly for coursework related to acupuncture, clinical practice, or other hands-on competencies. Courses submitted to fulfill admissions prerequisites may not be used toward program transfer credit. Continuing education, non-credit coursework, or experiential learning is not eligible for transfer. NESA permits a maximum of 75% of the total program credits to be accepted in transfer toward any degree or certificate of advanced graduate study. Within that limit, no more than 25% of the required clinical training may be accepted as transfer credit, subject to relevant state regulations and licensing requirements. AP Credit AP examination results are accepted for transfer credit for selected coursework. Students must achieve a score of 4 or better on an AP examination for transfer credit to be awarded CLEP Credit CLEP results are accepted as transfer credit for selected subject matter for incoming transfer students. IB Credit IB courses will be accepted for transfer credit for selected coursework. Transfer credits are limited to exams for English, language, and the arts. A complete list of the AP, CLEP and IB examinations and the corresponding MCPHS courses for which transfer of credit is allowed is available upon request through the Admission Office. Transfer credit by exam is limited to 18 credits total.

If you complete any of the courses listed below, you may receive transfer credit and your course load may be lighter. However, due to the block registration nature of MCPHS programs, entering the first year of the program with transfer credits will not change the total length of your program.

Transfer credits are considered on a per student basis.

If you complete any of the courses listed below, you may receive transfer credit and your first year course load may be lighter. However, due to the lock-step nature of MCPHS programs, entering the first year of the program with transfer credits will not change the total length of your program.

or Canada A minimum TOEFL score of 79 or a score of 6.5 on the IELTS is required of all candidates for whom English is not the native language Current employment in dental hygiene is recommended but not required The following courses may be considered for transfer credit. Transfer Credit Consideration: Linked courses are available through the MCPHS School of Professional Studies.

All other courses may be transferred with a C or better. If you complete any of the courses listed below, you may receive transfer credit and your first year course load may be lighter. However, due to the block registration nature of MCPHS programs, entering the first year of the program with transfer credits will not change the total length of your program. Anatomy & Physiology I & II with lab (8 credits) Biology I & II with lab (8 credits) General Chemistry I with lab (4 credits) General Chemistry II with lab (4 credits) Physics I (Algebra-Based) (with Lab) Physics II (Algebra-Based) (with Lab) Introduction to Psychology Algebra & Trigonometry (or Pre-Calculus or higher) Expository Writing I & II Additional Courses Accepted for Transfer Credit: Statistics Healthcare Ethics Medical Terminology American Culture, Identity, and Public Life (3 credits) (Acceptable substitutions include Introduction to Sociology or upper-level sociology course) Humanities elective (3 credits) (Acceptable courses include Literature, Creative Writing, Philosophy, Ethics, Religious Studies, Select Fine Arts, Advanced Level Languages) Social Science elective (3 credits) (Acceptable courses include History, Political Science/Government, Anthropology, Upper-level Sociology, American Studies, Women Studies, Ethnic Studies, Geography, Economics) Behavioral Sciences Elective (3 credits) (Acceptable courses include any upper-level psychology course) Interprofessional Communication Contact us 179 Longwood Ave Boston, MA, 02115 About MCPHS Accreditation History Events News Strategic Plan Careers at MCPHS Benefits View Job Openings Work and Life Employee Resources Employment and Income Verification Health Plan Transparency Compliance Patient Centers and Clinics Balance Movement and Wellness Center Center for Drug Information and Natural Products Eye and Vision Center Forsyth Dental Hygiene Clinic NESA Acupuncture Treatment Center Pharmacy Outreach Program Accessibility Legal Privacy Statement Title IX Nondiscrimination Policy Boston MA, Worcester MA, Manchester NH, Online | Copyright 2026 All Rights Reserved

If you complete any of the courses listed below, you may receive transfer credit and your first year course load may be lighter. However, due to the block registration nature of MCPHS programs, entering the first year of the program with transfer credits will not change the total length of your program. Required courses for entry to Year II: Anatomy and Physiology I & II with lab (8 credits) Basic Chemistry I & II with lab (8 credits) Algebra and Trigonometry (3 credits) (Acceptable substitution: Precalculus or Calculus ) Expository Writing I & II (6 credits) Introduction to Psychology (3 credits) American Culture, Identity, and Public Life (3 credits) (Acceptable substitutions include Introduction to Sociology or upper-level sociology course) Additional courses accepted for transfer credit: Statistics (3 credits) (Acceptable substitutions include Basic Statistics, Biostatistics, Psychological Statistics, Economic Statistics) Physics I with lab (4 credits) Healthcare Ethics (3 credits) Microbiology with lab (4 credits) Health Psychology (3 credits) Abnormal Psychology (3 credits) Human Development (3 credits) Interpersonal Communications for Health Professionals (3 credits) Humanities elective (3 credits) (Acceptable courses include Literature, Creative Writing, Philosophy, Ethics, Religious Studies, Select Fine Arts, Advanced Level Languages) Social Science elective (3 credits) (Acceptable courses include History, Political Science/Government, Anthropology, Upper-level Sociology, American Studies, Women Studies, Ethnic Studies, Geography, Economics) Contact us 179 Longwood Ave Boston, MA, 02115 About MCPHS Accreditation History Events News Strategic Plan Careers at MCPHS Benefits View Job Openings Work and Life Employee Resources Employment and Income Verification Health Plan Transparency Compliance Patient Centers and Clinics Balance Movement and Wellness Center Center for Drug Information and Natural Products Eye and Vision Center Forsyth Dental Hygiene Clinic NESA Acupuncture Treatment Center Pharmacy Outreach Program Accessibility Legal Privacy Statement Title IX Nondiscrimination Policy Boston MA, Worcester MA, Manchester NH, Online | Copyright 2026 All Rights Reserved

If you complete any of the courses listed below, you may receive transfer credit, and your first-year course load may be lighter. However, due to the lock-step nature of MCPHS programs, entering the first year of the program with transfer credits will not change the total length of your program. For students who meet all the requirements below, with the exception of Interpersonal Communications for Health Professionals and Healthcare Ethics, please see more information for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (Fast Track BS) . Courses Accepted for Transfer Credit Linked courses are available through the MCPHS School of Professional Studies. Anatomy and Physiology I & II with lab (8 credits) General Chemistry I & II with lab (8 credits) Physics I (Algebra-based) with lab (4 credits) Algebra and Trigonometry (3 credits) (Acceptable substitutions include Precalculus and Calculus ) Expository Writing I & II (6 credits) Interpersonal Communications for Health Professionals (3 credits) Introduction to Psychology (3 credits) Statistics (3 credits) (Acceptable substitutions include Basic Statistics, Biostatistics, Psychological Statistics, Economic Statistics) American Culture, Identity, and Public Life (3 credits) (Acceptable substitutions include Introduction to Sociology or upper-level sociology course) Humanities elective (3 credits) (Acceptable courses include Literature, Creative Writing, Philosophy, Ethics, Religious Studies, Select Fine Arts, Advanced Level Languages) Behavioral Science elective (3 credits)* (Acceptable courses include any upper-level psychology course) Social Science elective (3 credits)* (Acceptable courses include History, Political Science/Government, Anthropology, Upper-level Sociology, American Studies, Women Studies, Ethnic Studies, Geography, Economics) Healthcare Ethics (3 credits)* *Prerequisite courses may be transferred in or completed at MCPHS during the professional phase of the program Official exam results for CLEP examinations may be used for up to 18 credits of prerequisite requirements.

AP examination results are accepted for transfer credit for selected coursework. Students must achieve a score of 4 or better on an AP examination for transfer credit to be awarded

CLEP results are accepted as transfer credit for selected subject matter for incoming transfer students.

Courses Accepted for Transfer Credit: Anatomy and Physiology I & II with lab (8 credits) Basic Chemistry I & II with lab (8 credits) Physics I (Algebra-based) with lab (4 credits) Algebra and Trigonometry (3 credits) (Acceptable substitutions include Precalculus and Calculus ) Expository Writing I & II (6 credits) Interpersonal Communications for Health Professionals (3 credits) Introduction to Psychology (3 credits) Statistics (3 credits) (Acceptable substitutions include Basic Statistics, Biostatistics, Psychological Statistics, Economic Statistics) American Culture, Identity, and Public Life (3 credits) (Acceptable substitutions include Introduction to Sociology or upper-level sociology course) Humanities elective (3 credits) (Acceptable courses include Literature, Creative Writing, Philosophy, Ethics, Religious Studies, Select Fine Arts, Advanced Level Languages) Behavioral Science elective (3 credits)* (Acceptable courses include any upper level psychology course) Social Science elective (3 credits)* (Acceptable courses include History, Political Science/Government, Anthropology, Upper-level Sociology, American Studies, Women Studies, Ethnic Studies, Geography, Economics) Healthcare Ethics (3 credits)* * Prerequisite courses may be transferred in or completed at MCPHS during the professional phase of the program. Official exam results for CLEP examinations may be used for up to 18 credits of prerequisite requirements. Contact us 179 Longwood Ave Boston, MA, 02115 About MCPHS Accreditation History Events News Strategic Plan Careers at MCPHS Benefits View Job Openings Work and Life Employee Resources Employment and Income Verification Health Plan Transparency Compliance Patient Centers and Clinics Balance Movement and Wellness Center Center for Drug Information and Natural Products Eye and Vision Center Forsyth Dental Hygiene Clinic NESA Acupuncture Treatment Center Pharmacy Outreach Program Accessibility Legal Privacy Statement Title IX Nondiscrimination Policy Boston MA, Worcester MA, Manchester NH, Online | Copyright 2026 All Rights Reserved

Courses Accepted for Transfer Credit: Anatomy and Physiology I & II with lab (8 credits) Basic Chemistry I & II with lab (8 credits) Physics I (Algebra-based) with lab (4 credits) Algebra and Trigonometry (3 credits) (Acceptable substitutions include Precalculus and Calculus ) English Composition I & II (6 credits) Interpersonal Communications for Health Professionals (3 credits) Introduction to Psychology (3 credits) Statistics (3 credits) (Acceptable substitutions include Basic Statistics, Biostatistics, Psychological Statistics, Economic Statistics) American Culture, Identity, and Public Life (3 credits) (Acceptable substitutions include Introduction to Sociology or upper-level sociology course) Humanities elective (3 credits) (Acceptable courses include Literature, Creative Writing, Philosophy, Ethics, Religious Studies, Select Fine Arts, Advanced Level Languages) Behavioral Science elective (3 credits)* (Acceptable courses include any upper level psychology course) Social Science elective (3 credits)* (Acceptable courses include History, Political Science/Government, Anthropology, Upper-level Sociology, American Studies, Women Studies, Ethnic Studies, Geography, Economics) Healthcare Ethics (3 credits)* * Prerequisite courses may be transferred in or completed at MCPHS during the professional phase of the program. Official exam results for CLEP examinations may be used for up to 18 credits of prerequisite requirements. Contact us 179 Longwood Ave Boston, MA, 02115 About MCPHS Accreditation History Events News Strategic Plan Careers at MCPHS Benefits View Job Openings Work and Life Employee Resources Employment and Income Verification Health Plan Transparency Compliance Patient Centers and Clinics Balance Movement and Wellness Center Center for Drug Information and Natural Products Eye and Vision Center Forsyth Dental Hygiene Clinic NESA Acupuncture Treatment Center Pharmacy Outreach Program Accessibility Legal Privacy Statement Title IX Nondiscrimination Policy Boston MA, Worcester MA, Manchester NH, Online | Copyright 2026 All Rights Reserved

Students must complete the following three courses: RSC 452 | Mammography Imaging Procedures & Patient Care (3 cr.) RSC 456C | Mammography Clinical Internship (3 cr.) RSC 450 | Mammography Board Review Course (3 cr.) No transfer credits will be accepted for the certificate.

Students must complete the following three courses: RSC 320 | CT and Cross-Sectional Anatomy (3 cr.) RSC 425C | CT Clinical Internship (3 cr.) RSC 315 | CT Imaging-Board Review (3 cr.) No transfer credits will be accepted for the certificate.

Health Assessment) must be completed within three years prior to admission to the program to be considered for transfer credits. Students who have not completed the academic equivalent of the core MSN courses will be required to take the courses to complete the CAGS.

Applicants with credit for Anatomy and Physiology I and II (with labs) and Basic Chemistry I and II (with labs) will be granted additional transfer credit, bringing the Arts and Sciences total to 43 sh. Students may complete missing general education course requirements at MCPHS. These transfer credits are applied toward the required health sciences major portion of this program.

No transfer credits will be accepted for the certificate.

An earned associate's degree in a clinical allied health discipline from a programmatically and regionally accredited institution A recommended cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher Resume 2-years of full-time healthcare work experience The following courses may be considered for transfer credit.

Resume (optional, may be submitted directly to admissions.worcester@mcphs.edu ) Official AP or CLEP Scores if applicable (transfer credit granted for AP Scores of 4 or 5 and CLEP Score of 50 or higher) Proof of English language proficiency if English is not your first language.

IB courses will be accepted for transfer credit for selected coursework. Transfer credits are limited to exams for English, language, and the arts. A complete list of the AP, CLEP and IB examinations and the corresponding MCPHS courses for which transfer of credit is allowed is available upon request through the Admission Office. Transfer credit by exam is limited to 18 credits total.

For applicants with international education, coursework completed at a foreign institution must be evaluated by a recognized educational credentialing service to verify equivalency with U.S. Up to 30 semester credits (or 50% of the two-year undergraduate requirement) may be satisfied through prior learning assessment. Acceptable methods include: Credit by examination using nationally recognized, independently administered standardized tests.

Petition to transfer credits Once a student has matriculated at the University, no courses taken outside of MCPHS will be accepted for transfer credit. (Note: COF courses are allowed for Boston students.) Exceptions to this policy may be granted in instances involving delay of graduation or extreme hardship. MCPHS students who wish to take a course outside of the COF must petition to take the course elsewhere. Most science, professional, and upper-level courses must be taken at MCPHS. To submit a petition, please follow these instructions: Make an appointment with your academic coach to discuss the possibility of petitioning to take a course elsewhere. Submit the Petition to Transfer Credits Form . You will need to submit a course description and syllabus in the form. The decision on whether you will be able to transfer in a course from an outside institution will be sent to you via email and can take up to two weeks to receive. Once your petition is approved, you can register for the course at the approved institution (following that institution’s registration procedures). When you complete the course, you will need to submit an official transcript from that institution to the MCPHS Registrar’s Office no later than the add/drop deadline of the subsequent term. If you have any questions about the process or how certain courses might affect your curriculum requirements, please check with your academic coach. Contact us 179 Longwood Ave Boston, MA, 02115 About MCPHS Accreditation History Events News Strategic Plan Careers at MCPHS Benefits View Job Openings Work and Life Employee Resources Employment and Income Verification Health Plan Transparency Compliance Patient Centers and Clinics Balance Movement and Wellness Center Center for Drug Information and Natural Products Eye and Vision Center Forsyth Dental Hygiene Clinic NESA Acupuncture Treatment Center Pharmacy Outreach Program Accessibility Legal Privacy Statement Title IX Nondiscrimination Policy Boston MA, Worcester MA, Manchester NH, Online | Copyright 2026 All Rights Reserved

Application Deadline- August 15 Free MCPHS Transfer Application Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended Minimum overall college GPA of 2.50 preferred After an initial review of your application, additional items that are program- or student-specific may be required, and students will be notified in their student application portal. Schedule a counselor appointment for an individual evaluation of your transfer credit.

Transfer Credit Transfer credit is not accepted for advanced placement in the Physician Assistant Studies program.

Transfer Credit Applicants will receive the following transfer credit: 72 credits for the AS degree must be from a regionally accredited institution. Please note: Some AS programs award less than 72 credits. For students with these degrees, additional courses will be required to make up the difference. 12 credits for the RRT Credential. Transfer credits will be applied as a block of credits and the total maximum number possible is 84 credits. Contact us 179 Longwood Ave Boston, MA, 02115 About MCPHS Accreditation History Events News Strategic Plan Careers at MCPHS Benefits View Job Openings Work and Life Employee Resources Employment and Income Verification Health Plan Transparency Compliance Patient Centers and Clinics Balance Movement and Wellness Center Center for Drug Information and Natural Products Eye and Vision Center Forsyth Dental Hygiene Clinic NESA Acupuncture Treatment Center Pharmacy Outreach Program Accessibility Legal Privacy Statement Title IX Nondiscrimination Policy Boston MA, Worcester MA, Manchester NH, Online | Copyright 2026 All Rights Reserved

Transfer Credit Policy The New England School of Acupuncture (NESA) awards transfer credit toward the completion of its graduate-level programs based on a comprehensive review of an applicant’s official transcript(s) and supporting documentation. To be eligible for transfer, credits must have been earned at a post-secondary institution accredited or pre-accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Secretary of Education. Credits earned at a foreign institution must be evaluated by a recognized educational credentials evaluation service. Petition for transfer credit must be submitted to the Office of Admission prior to enrollment at NESA. All applicants must meet the admissions requirements in effect at the time of their official matriculation into the program. NESA considers the following criteria when evaluating courses for transfer credit: The course content must be equivalent to the NESA course in scope, depth, and instructional level. The course must meet or exceed the number of contact hours required by the NESA course. If a course has fewer hours, the Dean may determine that course competencies have been met through additional review or require a challenge exam to assess competency. A minimum grade of C (2.0) must be earned, as documented on an official transcript. Credits earned more than five (5) years prior to admission may only be accepted after validating and documenting that the applicant has retained the content knowledge and competencies associated with the course. Acupuncture-specific coursework must have been completed within the last three (3) years. Determinations of equivalency are based on a review of official syllabi, course descriptions, learning outcomes, and other relevant documentation. NESA reserves the right to require a challenge exam or additional documentation in the determination of transfer credit, particularly for coursework related to acupuncture, clinical practice, or other hands-on competencies. Courses submitted to fulfill admissions prerequisites may not be used toward program transfer credit. Continuing education, non-credit coursework, or experiential learning is not eligible for transfer. NESA permits a maximum of 75% of the total program credits to be accepted in transfer toward any degree or certificate of advanced graduate study. Within that limit, no more than 25% of the required clinical training may be accepted as transfer credit, subject to relevant state regulations and licensing requirements.

Due to the highly integrated and sequential nature of the didactic and experiential components of the SOP-W/M Doctor of Pharmacy curriculum, the School will consider requests for transfer of credits only on a case-by-case basis. Transfer credits will be considered based on the compatibility of successfully completed coursework as it relates to the required curriculum in the SOP-W/M.

If you complete any of the courses listed below, you may receive transfer credit and your first year course load may be lighter. However, due to the block registration nature of MCPHS programs, entering the first year of the program with transfer credits will not change the total length of your program. General Biology I & II with lab (8 credits) General Chemistry I & II with lab (8 credits) Calculus I & II (8 credits) Expository Writing I & II (6 credits) American Culture, Identity, and Public Life (3 credits) (Acceptable substitutions include Introduction to Sociology or upper-level sociology course) Additional Courses Accepted for Transfer Credit: General Elective (3 credits) (Acceptable courses include History, English , Fine Arts, Philosophy, Government, Ethics, Foreign Language, Psychology, Religious Studies, Anthropology, Communications, and Economics) Social Science elective (3 credits) (Acceptable courses include History, Political Science/Government, Anthropology, Upper-level Sociology, American Studies, Women Studies, Ethnic Studies, Geography, Economics)

Applicants with credit for Anatomy and Physiology I and II (with labs) and Basic Chemistry I and II (with labs) will be granted additional transfer credit, bringing the