Directed Study Application

Students must complete this form along with the full-time faculty member supervising the directed study. The full-time faculty member will be emailed a copy to review/submit to the CFA Registrar for final approval.

Please note the following guidelines when applying for a directed study:

  • Students must be matriculating degree candidates to apply for a directed study.
  • Directed study is usually completed at the junior, senior, or graduate level.
  • Credit for directed study will not be given unless an application has been submitted and approved by the end of the drop period in the semester in which the study is to be taken.
  • Students may only take one directed study per semester for a maximum number of 4 credits.

Questions can be directed to the CFA Registrar’s Office at cfastu@bu.edu or 617-353-3350.

Directed Study Application

  • Personal Information

  • Please enter your BU ID# without spaces (e.g. U12345678)
  • Program Information

  • State clearly the objective, plan of study, location of the proposed coursework and how the course will be assessed and graded. Include a bibliography of readings to be completed.
  • Approvals

  • Agreement

  • By checking the box below, I hereby make application to the College of Fine Arts for Directed Study and agree to abide by the conditions established on this form by the College. The information provided in this form is true and accurate.
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