Welcome, Defense Aquisition University Students and Alumni!

Boston University’s Metropolitan College is pleased to be a strategic partner of Defense Acquisition University (DAU). We invite you to learn more about our award winning online programs, convenient evening programs on campus, and innovative blended learning programs. Our admissions staff is ready to assist you at (617) 353-6001 or at metcorp@bu.edu.

Course Waivers for MS in Project Management, MS in Leadership

Defense Acquisition University courses that carry graduate credit reviewed by the American Council on Education (ACE) may be considered for one course waiver in an aligning business area in either the Online Master of Science in Project Management or the Master of Science in Leadership.  Transfer credits must be pre-approved by Boston University and must align closely with the subject area of a corresponding Boston University course in the degree program to which the student is applying. Applicants should submit documentation of completed graduate level ACE reviewed courses with the admissions packet, along with a note requesting that the transcript be reviewed for a course waiver.

Metropolitan College tuition is set according to the number of credits being taken, plus any additional fees or course costs.

About Metropolitan College

Metropolitan College (MET) is one of the 16 schools and colleges that make up Boston University. Established in 1965, Metropolitan College combines the University’s standards of excellence in teaching and research with academic programs that meet the educational needs of working professionals and students of all ages, backgrounds, and nationalities. Metropolitan College offers more than 60 fully accredited degree and certificate programs in convenient evening, online, and blended formats. Campus locations include the main Charles River Campus and North Campus–Chelmsford. Programs are also available at select military bases and on-site at corporate facilities.

Along with the challenge of rigorous academic programs, students at Metropolitan College can build networks with classmates and peers from a variety of industries, take advantage of Boston University’s resources, and participate in campus life.

Student Services

Metropolitan College students can take advantage of a wide range of University Resources, including 23 libraries and the state-of-the-art Fitness & Recreation Center.

Faculty

Unlike other adult education institutions, Boston University’s Metropolitan College has its own full-time faculty. These distinguished scholars and professionals ensure that Preferred Educational Partners benefit from the highest level of academic excellence and industry expertise—whether studying on campus, online, or in a blended format. In addition, several Metropolitan College programs integrate award-winning faculty from other Boston University schools and colleges, as well as leaders from the local academic community and the corporate world.

Alumni Benefits

Upon successful completion of your Metropolitan College program, you’ll have earned a Boston University credential that is highly respected throughout industry, government, and academia. As a graduate of Boston University, you join a community of more than 285,000 alumni worldwide—and you have access to many resources. For instance, you can audit courses, network with peers, join our online community, find career resources, and much more.

Noncredit Programs

Boston University’s Center for Professional Education (CPE) offers high-quality, noncredit programs that provide comprehensive classroom and online training designed to meet the professional development needs of professionals in a wide range of industries such as financial services, real estate, publishing, and law. For more information, visit the CPE website.