Medical schools in Massachusetts at a glance
All four medical schools in Massachusetts are below, with median MCAT and GPA, tuition in and out of state, class size and the share of applicants who reach interview. Each figure is the most recent one the school has published.
2026–27 cycle data. Last updated 30 August 2026.
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| School | Degree | Apply through | Founded | Median MCAT | Median GPA | In-state tuition | Out-of-state tuition | Class size | Secondary essays | Interview rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harvard Medical School | MD | AMCAS | 1782 | 519 | 3.90 | $71,032 | $71,032 | 164 | 5 | 15.3% IS, 9.1% OOS |
| Boston University School of Medicine | MD | AMCAS | 1848 | 517 | 3.74 | $71,202 | $71,202 | 97 | 3 | 12.5% IS, 8.3% OOS |
| University of Massachusetts T.H. Chan School of Medicine | MD | AMCAS | 1962 | 514 | 3.81 | $39,380 | $67,718 | 200 | n/a | 44.7% IS, 13.3% OOS |
| Tufts University School of Medicine | MD | AMCAS | 1893 | 514 | 3.76 | $69,036 | $69,036 | 202 | 9 | 6.43% |
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What medical schools in Massachusetts look for
Median MCAT across Massachusetts runs from 514 at University of Massachusetts T.H. Chan School of Medicine to 519 at Harvard Medical School. Where your score sits in that spread shapes which of them to apply to, so application, so check it before you build a list. What counts as a good MCAT score sets out the national picture, and the percentile tables show what each scaled score means.
Between 3.74 and 3.90 is where median GPA sits. A GPA below that band is still in the conversation with a strong MCAT, and a single cycle is long enough to raise an MCAT score. If you have already tested, the retake calculator prices what another attempt would take, and the score calculator converts an AAMC practice test into a scaled score.
All three schools reporting both figures interview in-state applicants at a higher rate than out-of-state ones, averaging 24.2% against 10.2%. Residency counts for a lot here. Applying from outside Massachusetts means leaning on schools that take out-of-state students in numbers.
For residents, tuition starts at $39,380 at University of Massachusetts T.H. Chan School of Medicine and reaches $71,202 at Boston University School of Medicine. Medical school tuition across the US and Canada puts those numbers in context.
Every school here takes its application through AMCAS, so one submission reaches all four.
Secondaries are the next hurdle after the primary. The three schools here we hold prompts for ask 17 essays between them, from 3 up to 9 at Tufts University School of Medicine. Our secondary prompt database carries the wording of every one for the 2026-27 cycle, so you can draft before they arrive.
Between them these programs read about 38,589 applications a year for roughly 663 seats, near enough 58 applications per place. Those totals double-count anyone applying to more than one school, so treat the ratio as a measure of how much reading each committee does rather than as your odds. It is the reason a screening score matters before anyone reads a word of your essays.
Every school here sends a secondary, and the load is uneven. Harvard Medical School asks for 4 required, 2 if applicable, and the rest range from one required essay to several more once optional prompts open up. One of them interview by MMI, which rewards different preparation from a conversational panel. Our secondary prompt database carries the current prompts for each of them, so you can draft in June instead of reacting in August.
On the US News research ranking, Harvard Medical School places highest at 1. Rankings shift little from year to year and matter far less than fit, funding and where you want to train, though they do shape how competitive a given cycle feels.
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Harvard Medical School
Competitiveness: 9.6/10
Founded in 1782, Harvard Medical School is a private institution that’s been shaping medicine for centuries. From groundbreaking research to top-tier clinical training, HMS isn’t just about learning medicine—it’s about reinventing it. With a network of world-class hospitals and a legacy of innovation, this is where the future of healthcare gets built.
Median GPA
3.90
Median MCAT
520.59
Location
Boston
Degree
MD
In-State Tuition
$71,032
Out-of-State Tuition
$71,032
Class Size
164
US News Ranking (Research)
1
US News Ranking (Primary Care)
9
Total Applicants
7,796
Secondaries Required
4 required, 2 if applicable
Interview Rate
15.3% IS, 9.1% OOS
Interview Format
One-on-one, scheduled selectively
Address
25 Shattuck Street, 02115
Boston University School of Medicine
Competitiveness: 7.8/10
Founded in 1848, Boston University School of Medicine is a private institution known for innovation, inclusivity, and hands-on training. With deep ties to Boston Medical Center, BUSM blends cutting-edge research with real-world impact, shaping medicine with purpose and progress.
Median GPA
3.74
Median MCAT
517
Location
Boston
Degree
MD
In-State Tuition
$71,202
Out-of-State Tuition
$71,202
Class Size
97
US News Ranking (Research)
32
US News Ranking (Primary Care)
36
Total Applicants
11,294
Secondaries Required
3 required
Interview Rate
12.5% IS, 8.3% OOS
Interview Format
Interview is required, and is offered, by invitation only.
Address
72 E Concord Street, 02118
University of Massachusetts T.H. Chan School of Medicine
Competitiveness: 6.4/10
Founded in 1962, University of Massachusetts Medical School is Massachusetts’ only public med school, known for innovation, affordability, and community impact. A leader in biomedical research and primary care, it’s where medicine meets purpose.
Median GPA
3.81
Median MCAT
514
Location
Worcester
Degree
MD
In-State Tuition
$39,380
Out-of-State Tuition
$67,718
Class Size
200
US News Ranking (Research)
47
US News Ranking (Primary Care)
10
Total Applicants
5,393
Secondaries Required
7 required, 4 if applicable
Interview Rate
44.7% IS, 13.3% OOS
Interview Format
MMI
Address
55 N Lake Avenue, 01655
Tufts University School of Medicine
Competitiveness: 5.7/10
Founded in 1893, Tufts University School of Medicine is a private institution in Boston, known for innovation, hands-on training, and global impact. With top clinical partners and a mission-driven approach, Tufts is where medicine meets purpose.
Median GPA
3.76
Median MCAT
514
Location
Boston
Degree
MD
In-State Tuition
$69,036
Out-of-State Tuition
$69,036
Class Size
202
US News Ranking (Research)
56
US News Ranking (Primary Care)
45
Total Applicants
14,106
Secondaries Required
5 required, 3 if applicable
Interview Rate
6.43%
Interview Format
Interviews conducted September - March
Address
145 Harrison Avenue, 02111
Common questions about medical schools in Massachusetts
How many medical schools are in Massachusetts?
Four medical schools. Every one is listed in the table above with its median MCAT, median GPA and tuition.
What MCAT score do you need for medical school in Massachusetts?
Median MCAT runs from 514 to 519, so a score at or above 517 puts you in range at about half of them. A median is the midpoint rather than a cut-off, and roughly half of each admitted class scored below it. What counts as a good MCAT score goes through how to read those numbers, and our guide to raising a score covers how to raise one.
What GPA do you need for medical school in Massachusetts?
Medians land between 3.74 and 3.90. A GPA under that band is workable when the MCAT is strong, which is the part of the application still open to change once your transcript is fixed.
Is it easier to get into medical school in Massachusetts as a resident?
On the interview data above, yes. Across the three schools reporting both, in-state applicants reach interview at 24.2% against 10.2% for out-of-state. Applying from elsewhere means weighting your list toward programs that take out-of-state students in numbers.
How much does medical school cost in Massachusetts?
In-state tuition runs from $39,380 a year at University of Massachusetts T.H. Chan School of Medicine to $71,202 at Boston University School of Medicine, before living costs. Tuition across the US and Canada sets those against the national range.
Which Massachusetts medical school is easiest to get into?
By median MCAT, University of Massachusetts T.H. Chan School of Medicine admits at the lowest score of the group at 514. That makes it the most forgiving on numbers, though secondaries, interviews and mission fit still decide the outcome. Our secondary prompt database carries the essays each school asks for.
What is the acceptance rate at medical schools in Massachusetts?
Schools here report roughly 38,589 applications against about 663 seats, which works out near one place for every 58 applications. That is not a per-applicant acceptance rate, because most people apply to fifteen or twenty schools and get counted at each one. Read it as a measure of how crowded each committee's desk is, and as the reason a screening MCAT and GPA come first. Individual schools publish their own rates, and the in-state and out-of-state figures usually differ sharply.
Which application service do Massachusetts medical schools use?
Amcas for four. The table above lists it per school, so you can group your list by service before you start writing.
What secondary essays do Massachusetts medical schools ask for?
Across the three we hold prompts for, 17 in total, ranging from 3 to 9 at Tufts University School of Medicine. Secondaries arrive within days of a verified application and the turnaround runs to about two weeks, so prewriting is the difference between a considered essay and a rushed one. Our secondary prompt database carries the wording of every one for the 2026-27 cycle.
Are there DO schools in Massachusetts?
No. Every program in Massachusetts awards an MD. Osteopathic programs elsewhere generally admit at lower median scores, so add them to a list built around this state.
Can you get into a medical school in Massachusetts with a low GPA?
It happens, and the MCAT is usually what carries it. With medians between 3.74 and 3.90, a GPA a few tenths under still gets read when the test score sits at or above the median and the rest of the application is strong. An upward trend across your transcript reads better than a flat average, and a post-bacc or a master's is the standard route when the gap is wider than that. Raising an MCAT score is the faster of the two levers.
When should you apply to medical school in Massachusetts?
AMCAS opens in May and submitting in the first weeks of June is the strongest position, because most schools review on a rolling basis. Work back from that to pick a test date on the AAMC calendar, leaving room for a retake if the first score comes in short.
Medical schools in other states
Every state in Northeast with a medical school, on the same figures: Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont.
The medical school hub carries all 59, including the South, the Midwest, the West, Canada.
Where to go next
- Studying for the MCAT now? The live MCAT course runs one cohort at a time with 515+ scorers teaching it.
- Want one-on-one help? MCAT tutors in Massachusetts are matched on the section costing you points, and our tutoring packages list what each one includes.
- Building an application rather than a score? Medical school admissions coaching covers the list, the essays and the interviews.
- Deciding whether to sit it again? The retake calculator gives you a verdict and a date.
- Just browsing? The free MCAT resources are a good place to start, and our reviews and student score stories show what the jumps look like.
- Looking beyond the medical schools in Massachusetts? The medical school hub lists every state and province with a program.