MGH Institute of Health Professions | About Us

The MGH Institute of Health Professions is an innovative graduate school with entry-level and post-professional programs in clinical investigation, communication sciences and disorders, medical imaging, nursing, and physical therapy.

An independent affiliate of the world-renowned Massachusetts General Hospital, the MGH Institute operates within the Partners HealthCare System – the nation's second largest integrated health care system – offering unparalleled opportunities for students to learn and work alongside expert practitioners in a variety of hospital, clinical, and community settings.

With the majority of faculty working as practicing clinicians, our curriculum provides a powerful integration of clinical and academic learning, aiding in the development of both critical thinking and leadership skills.

Currently, more than 850 full-and part-time students are enrolled onsite and online. All of our programs promote interdisciplinary teamwork and offer personalized attention in a rigorous, collaborative learning environment that is driven by our faculty's professional expertise and scholarly accomplishments. The academic experience is further enriched by the diversity of our students' backgrounds and life experiences.

Whether you're just out of college, changing careers, or are a practicing clinician looking to advance in your career, the MGH Institute has a degree or certificate program thats right for you.

Located in the fully renovated, state-of-the-art teaching facility overlooking downtown Boston from Charlestown's historic waterfront, the MGH Institute is readily accessible by car, harbor ferry and public transportation.

The MGH Institute of Health Professions is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, through its Commission on Institutions of Higher Education, and is a member of the Association of Schools of Allied Health Professions.