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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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 Music

BU Center for New Music: Elizabeth Ogonek Composition Masterclass

Day: Friday Dec 1st Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm BU Electronic Music Studio

Gallery Talk: Richard Baiano

Day: Saturday Dec 2nd Time: 2:00pm - 3:30pm 808 Gallery Building: 808 Commonwealth Ave (Fuller Building)
Theatre Performance

Hedda Gabler

Day: Saturday Dec 2nd Time: 2:00pm - 4:00pm CFA, 855 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA (Rm. 356)
Theatre Performance

Sophomore Acting Project

Day: Saturday Dec 2nd Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm CFA 354
Theatre Performance

Hedda Gabler

Day: Saturday Dec 2nd Time: 7:30pm - 9:30pm CFA, 855 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA (Rm. 356)
Theatre Performance

Orlando

Day: Saturday Dec 2nd Time: 7:30pm - 9:30pm Joan & Edgar Booth Theatre
Arts Music Ensembles

BU Center for New Music: Elizabeth Ogonek with Sound Icon Concert

Day: Saturday Dec 2nd Time: 8:00pm - 10:00pm CFA Concert Hall
Arts Music Ensembles

Sound Icon at BU Center for New Music

Day: Saturday Dec 2nd Time: 8:00pm - 10:00pm CFA Concert Hall
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