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.

US News and World Report Ranking - Best Online Program - Criminal Justice 2023US News and World Report Ranking - Best Online Program - Grad Computer Information Technology 2023US News and World Report Ranking - Best Online Program - Grad Business 2023

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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

City Planning & Urban Affairs Lecturer Adam Chapdelaine Lands Top Post at Massachusetts Municipal Associations

Adam Chapdelaine, a lecturer in Boston University Metropolitan College’s City Planning & Urban Affairs program, has been named executive director of the Massachusetts Municipal Associations Board of Directors, an organization which unites regional municipal officials to articulate clear and united municipal messages, develops and advocates for unified policies, and collaborates to better the efficiency and effectiveness of municipal service delivery, acting as a voice of cities and towns across Massachusetts.

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What's Happening At MET

Alumni Events Lectures & Seminars Student Events

Bottles, Boxes, Capes, and Corks, Oh My!

Day: Monday Dec 4th Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm Demo Kitchen (Groce Pépin Culinary Innovation Lab, 808 Commonwealth Avenue, Room 124)
Alumni Events Careers Lectures & Seminars Research

Designing and Operating a Bus System for the Future

Day: Thursday Dec 7th Time: 4:00pm - 5:30pm 75 Bay State Road
Graduate Admissions

Financing your BU MET Graduate Education (for INTERNATIONAL students)

Day: Tuesday Dec 12th Time: 10:00am - 10:30am Online
Graduate Admissions

Financing your BU MET Graduate Education (for DOMESTIC students)

Day: Tuesday Dec 12th Time: 2:00pm - 2:45pm Online
Alumni Events Careers

Crafting Your Criminal Justice Resume: Building a Convincing Case for Your Career!

Day: Thursday Dec 14th Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm Online
Undergraduate Admissions

Undergraduate Admissions Webinar

Day: Tuesday Dec 19th Time: 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Graduate Admissions

Graduate Admissions Webinar

Day: Wednesday Dec 20th Time: 10:30am - 11:15am Online
Graduate Admissions

Graduate Admissions Webinar

Day: Tuesday Jan 9th Time: 1:00pm - 1:45pm Online
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