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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What's Happening At MET

NVC Info Session 2

Day: Thursday Dec 12th Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm 730 Commonwealth Avenue Boston, MA 02215
Graduate Admissions

Financing your BU MET Graduate Education (for DOMESTIC students)

Day: Wednesday Dec 18th Time: All Day
Graduate Admissions

Financing your BU MET Graduate Education (for INTERNATIONAL students)

Day: Wednesday Dec 18th Time: 10:00am - 10:30am
Undergraduate Admissions

Bachelor’s Degree Completion Webinar

Day: Thursday Dec 19th Time: 1:00pm - 1:30pm

MAP Alliance Monthly Social Luncheon

Day: Friday Feb 21st Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm Center for Computing and Data Science, 665 Commonwealth Ave, Room 1646

Ramadan Iftar (MAP Alliance)

Day: Wednesday Mar 26th Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm Center for Computing and Data Science, 665 Commonwealth Ave, Room 1700

MAP Alliance Celebration for Arab Heritage Month

Day: Wednesday Apr 16th Time: 3:00pm - 9:00pm Center for Computing and Data Science, 665 Commonwealth Ave, Room 1700
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