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 Faculty

BU Wheelock Forum Explores AI in Education

The event, attended by approximately 250 people—including educators, administrators, and scholars—featured CFA professors James Grady and Clay Hopper

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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 BU Office for the Arts

2026 Trans & Gender Expansive Art Showcase Reception

Day: Thursday Apr 16th Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm LGBTQIA+ Student Resource Center
Arts BU Office for the Arts

Third Thursday: Sketch & Sip

Day: Thursday Apr 16th Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Arts Music

Weichen Lin Marimba Solo Recital

Day: Thursday Apr 16th Time: 4:00pm - 5:15pm Boston University College of Fine Arts
CFA Student Events Visual Arts

CFA Color Garden: Spring Planting

Day: Friday Apr 17th Time: 11:00am - 12:30pm CFA Color Garden
CFA Student Events Visual Arts

BA in Art Reception

Day: Friday Apr 17th Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm Gallery 5
Theatre Arts

The Oresteia

Day: Friday Apr 17th Time: 7:30pm - 10:10pm Joan & Edgar Booth Theatre
Theatre Arts

The Oresteia

Day: Sunday Apr 19th Time: 2:00pm - 4:40pm Joan & Edgar Booth Theatre
CFA Student Events

CFA Earth Day Sustainability Brunch

Day: Wednesday Apr 22nd Time: 11:00am - 12:30pm CFA Student Lounge
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