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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Innovate@BU Info Session

Day: Thursday Jan 23rd Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm 730 Commonwealth Ave. Boston MA 02215
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NVC Info Session 3

Day: Thursday Jan 23rd Time: 5:00pm - 6:00pm 730 Commonwealth Ave. Boston MA 02215
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Graduate Admissions

Graduate Information Session - In Person

Day: Thursday Jan 23rd Time: 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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Undergraduate Admissions

Undergraduate Information Session - In Person

Day: Thursday Jan 23rd Time: 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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Alumni Events Careers Student Events

Let’s Talk About Your Resume/Cover Letter

Day: Friday Jan 24th Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm Zoom (Link will be provided after you register.)
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Measuring Social Impact: Tools, Metrics, and Mapping YOUR Impact Journey

Day: Friday Jan 24th Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm 730 Commonwealth Ave. Boston MA 02215
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How Antisemitism Grows with Dr. Charles Gallagher

Day: Sunday Jan 26th Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm BU Hillel (213 Bay State Road)
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Alumni Events Careers Student Events

Let’s Talk About Your Internship & Job Search

Day: Monday Jan 27th Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm Zoom (Link will be provided after you register.)
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