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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MET Makes News

With Aims to Use Data Science for Good, MSCIS Alum Makes Impact with Campus Dorm Climate Research

With Aims to Use Data Science for Good, MSCIS Alum Makes Impact with Campus Dorm Climate Research

Chen Han (MET’24) knows what she wants long-term: to secure employment as a marketing or data analyst at a company she feels invested in. She hopes to make a positive difference with what she does—particularly for women in the workplace. But first, the MSCIS alum has some work to do—work that stands to make a real impact on the long-term quality of life of BU students.

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What's Happening At MET

Student Events

Sustainability Festival

Day: Wednesday Sep 18th Time: 11:00am - 2:00pm George Sherman Union Plaza
Academics Careers Lectures & Seminars Research Student Events

Mastering the Basics: Insights into Teaching the Foundations of Cybercrime Investigation from Investigators’ Perspectives

Day: Wednesday Sep 18th Time: 2:00pm - 4:00pm 1010 Commonwealth Avenue, Room 420

The Two Faces of Fear: Violence and Inequality in the Mexican Metropolis Book Talk & Discussion

Day: Wednesday Sep 18th Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm Initiative on Cities, 75 Bay State Road
Alumni Events Careers Student Events

Let’s Talk About Your Internship & Job Search

Day: Friday Sep 20th Time: 10:00am - 11:00am Online

CCD Future Ready Friday Drop-Ins

Day: Friday Sep 20th Time: 12:00pm - 2:00pm Yawkey Center, Rm 101, 100 Bay State Rd.

Innovate@BU Info Session

Day: Friday Sep 20th Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm 730 Commonwealth Avenue Boston, MA 02215

Social Impact Social

Day: Friday Sep 20th Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm 730 Commonwealth Avenue Boston, MA 02215
Alumni Events Careers Student Events

Let’s Talk About Your Resume/Cover Letter

Day: Monday Sep 23rd Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm Online
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