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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MET Professor Vijay Kanabar presenting a poster titled "BU Onboarding Improvement - A Program Plan

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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Graduate Admissions

Financing your BU MET Graduate Education (for INTERNATIONAL students)

Day: Tuesday Oct 22nd Time: 10:00am - 10:30am
Alumni Events Careers Student Events

Career Fair Resume Preparation

Day: Tuesday Oct 22nd Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm Zoom (Link will be provided after you register.)
Graduate Admissions

Financing your BU MET Graduate Education (for DOMESTIC students)

Day: Tuesday Oct 22nd Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Alumni Events Careers Student Events

Career Fair Resume Preparation

Day: Tuesday Oct 22nd Time: 3:00pm - 4:00pm Zoom (Link will be provided after you register.)

Sustainability Innovation Seed Grants Info Session 2

Day: Tuesday Oct 22nd Time: 4:00pm - 5:30pm 730 Commonwealth Avenue Boston, MA 02215
Alumni Events Careers

BU Career Fair

Day: Wednesday Oct 23rd Time: 10:30am - 2:30pm GSU, 775 Commonwealth Avenue

The Last Breath of Sam Yan Film Screening & Discussion

Day: Wednesday Oct 23rd Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm Initiative on Cities, 75 Bay State Road

Pitch & Pizza: Passion and Purpose

Day: Thursday Oct 24th Time: 5:30pm - 7:00pm 730 Commonwealth Avenue Boston, MA 02215
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