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.

U.S. News and World Report Ranking - Best Online Program - Criminal Justice 2024U.S. News and World Report Ranking - Best Online Program - Grad Information Technology 2024U.S. News and World Report Ranking - Best Online Program - Grad Business 2024

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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

Idea Generator Lab

Day: Friday Mar 29th Time: 12:00pm - 2:00pm Innovate@BU's IDG Capital Student Innovation Center 730 Commonwealth Avenue Boston, MA 02215
Careers Student Events

Negotiating Salary & Job Offers for Graduate Students

Day: Friday Mar 29th Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Careers Student Events

Let’s Talk About Your Resume/Cover Letter

Day: Monday Apr 1st Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm Zoom
Student Events

From Scraps to Scrumptious: Earth Month Upcycling Cooking Demo

Day: Tuesday Apr 2nd Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm 808 Commonwealth Ave, Room 124
Alumni Events Lectures & Seminars Student Events

Looking to the Future of Prison Education

Day: Tuesday Apr 2nd Time: 3:00pm - 5:00pm Metcalf Trustee Center, 1 Silber Way, 9th Floor, Boston University
Alumni Events Student Events

BU Giving Day

Day: Wednesday Apr 3rd Time: 12:00am - 11:55pm Metropolitan College, 1010 Commonwealth Avenue, Lobby
Graduate Admissions

Graduate Admissions Webinar

Day: Wednesday Apr 3rd Time: 6:00pm - 6:45pm Online
Alumni Events Lectures & Seminars Student Events

Jacques Pépin Lecture Series: I’ll Drink to That! by Levi Dalton, Podcast Host and Former Sommelier

Day: Wednesday Apr 3rd Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm Groce Pépin Culinary Innovation Lab, 808 Commonwealth Avenue, Room 124
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