Cross-Registration

University Policy

Within the University

If space is available and if permitted by the school or college giving the course, students may cross-register and receive degree credit for courses outside their school or college of registration. In most cases, a student’s advisor must approve cross-registration selections. Courses offered by Metropolitan College may require special permission.

With Other Universities

Several schools and colleges within Boston University have formal, cooperative arrangements for cross-registration at nearby institutions. Information and permission may be obtained from the student’s school or college.

Division of Graduate Medical Sciences Policy

Within Boston University

A student in an MA or MS degree program normally may elect to take not more than one graduate-level semester course given by a School or College at Boston University other than the Division of Graduate Medical Sciences, unless the courses are listed in the GMS Bulletin. A student in a PhD degree program may elect to take not more than two such courses. All courses must be approved by the student’s major advisor and department/program.

With Other Academic Institutions

Division graduate students who wish to cross-register for a graduate course at another academic institution should obtain a cross-registration permit from the Registrar of the Division of Graduate Medical Sciences. Students must consult with their advisors, receive advisor approval on the permit, and receive approval from the Division. They must then present this permit to the graduate school registrar of the host institution. During any academic year, students normally may receive only one registration permit. Cross-registrants should expect to satisfy all prerequisites and requirements for courses as indicated by the host institution. Tuition for such courses is charged at Boston University rates in the usual manner.