Welcome to Metropolitan College at BU.

State-of-the-art programs to meet evolving workforce needs. Innovative approaches to teaching. Supportive learning environments. Boston University’s Metropolitan College (MET) connects motivated students from all walks of life to a world-class Boston University education through high-quality part-time programs—evenings on campus and 100% online.

BU MET’s online master’s degrees have ranked among the top 10 since 2014.

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MET Professor Vijay Kanabar presenting a poster titled "BU Onboarding Improvement - A Program Plan

A BU Education Is Within Your Reach

A college education is an investment that pays off. And while financing your studies can be a challenge, we can help you make it a reality. It is surprisingly affordable to earn a Boston University degree when you study part-time or online through MET. We also offer comprehensive financial aid services to help you meet your educational goals. You may qualify for:

  • Federal or private loans
  • Scholarships
  • Graduate assistantships
  • Employer tuition reimbursement
  • Payment plans
  • Veterans benefits

Ready to learn about your options? We are available to help you take the next step.

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What's Happening At MET

The Multilayered Geography of Scale in ‘The Pointillistic City’

Day: Monday Nov 3rd Time: 12:00pm - 1:30pm Initiative on Cities, 75 Bay State Road
Graduate Admissions

Admitted Student Webinar: On-Campus Students Meet Your BU Classmates!

Day: Tuesday Nov 4th Time: 9:00am - 9:45am Online
Graduate Admissions

Admitted Student Webinar: On-Campus Students Meet Your BU Classmates!

Day: Tuesday Nov 4th Time: 1:00pm - 1:45pm Online
Careers Student Events

Free LinkedIn Headshot Event for MET Students

Day: Tuesday Nov 4th Time: 1:00pm - 5:00pm 1010 Commonwealth Avenue, Room 420
Careers

Job Hunting with AI: Secrets Recruiters Don’t Tell You! (All BU)

Day: Wednesday Nov 5th Time: 5:15pm - 6:00pm Virtual
Graduate Admissions

The Inside Scoop: Graduate Admissions at BU MET (International Students)

Day: Thursday Nov 6th Time: 9:00am - 9:45am Online
Careers Student Events

Fast-Track Your Job Search in 30 Minutes

Day: Thursday Nov 6th Time: 12:00pm - 12:30pm Virtual
Careers Student Events

Job Search Strategies for International Students

Day: Thursday Nov 6th Time: 2:00pm - 2:30pm Virtual
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