Three Schools, one College.

And hundreds of amazing musicians, artists, performers, scholars, educators, and innovators committed to excellence, motivated to push the limits, and passionate about making an impact through their art.

With programs in Music, Theatre, and Visual Arts, Boston University College of Fine Arts offers a wide array of pre-college, undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs, as well as a range of online degrees and certificates.

Our Schools: The Ultimate Training Ground

CFA Degrees & Programs

With more than 30 programs of study, on-campus and online modalities, and a full range of undergraduate and graduate options, CFA educates artists, musicians, performers, scholars, and educators at all stages of their professional careers.

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The CFA Academic Experience

Areas of Interest

Antiracism. Sustainability. Interdisciplinary work. How does your art intersect with the world? Here at BU College of Fine Arts, our students, faculty, and alumni are all about exploring their interests in addition to developing their skills and honing their crafts. Boston University and the College of Fine Arts have limitless opportunities for student-artists to expand their practice, combine their passions, and work outside the lines.

Now, go explore.

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What is CFA?

It's impossible to sum it into words. The experience is individual. But, the commitment is universal. Art happens at BU College of Fine Arts.

Intensive training. Hands-on learning. Accomplished faculty. Professional advising. Dual degrees, study abroad, and 100s of minors. Undergraduate academics are built on rigorous study and cross-disciplinary learning opportunities in a top research University.

For graduate students, CFA offers a strong selection of degrees and studies, online and on-campus. Professional depth and individualized training. Expert faculty committed to excellence. Resources to achieve your goals. Professional opportunities, extensive networking, and a robust alumni community.

Take a closer look at BU and see what makes this community dynamic, inspiring, and unique.

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CFA's Latest Stories

Explore what's new in the ever-expanding world of CFA student, faculty, and alumni news and work.

CFA Alumni

Luminous Details

Katherine Vetne uses the Renaissance art of metalpoint to render unsettling still lifes

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A Disney Veteran’s Curtain Call

As Broadway marketer Jack Eldon (’81) prepared for his retirement, he returned to the Disney production that helped launch his career

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Upcoming CFA Events

There's always something going on at the College of Fine Arts! Check out all upcoming concerts, productions, exhibitions, lectures, and community events.

Arts Music

Orchestral Audition Masterclass with Ralph Skiano

Day: Tuesday Oct 20th Time: 11:30am - 1:00pm CFA 171
Visual Arts BU Art Galleries

Tuesday Night Lecture Series: Between the Bylines Panel & Reception

Day: Tuesday Oct 20th Time: 5:00pm - 6:00pm Faye G., Jo, and James Stone Gallery
Visual Arts

Tuesday Night Lecture Series: Tam Ochiai

Day: Wednesday Oct 21st Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Arts Music Ensembles

The Art of Play; Jazz, Wit & Wonder - BU Chamber Orchestra

Day: Wednesday Oct 21st Time: 7:30pm - 9:00pm Tsai Performance Center
Theatre Arts Opera

Vinkensport

Day: Friday Oct 23rd Time: 7:30pm - 8:10pm Studio ONE
Visual Arts

MFA Artists Open Studios

Day: Saturday Oct 24th Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm 808 Commonwealth Ave
Theatre Arts Opera

Vinkensport

Day: Saturday Oct 24th Time: 2:00pm - 2:40pm Studio ONE
Visual Arts BU Art Galleries

Artists Speak

Day: Saturday Oct 24th Time: 3:00pm - 4:00pm 808 Gallery
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