In 2006, Boston Medical Center (BMC) and Boston University’s Metropolitan College established a Preferred Educational Partnership. This relationship has allowed BMC professionals to refine their skills and enhance their careers at one of the nation’s most prestigious academic institutions.
Metropolitan College offers a wide range of on-campus courses to BMC employees
at a 50 percent reduction:
The tuition reduction only applies to Metropolitan College courses held at the Charles River Campus and Medical Campus, and excludes online programs and those at corporate sites.
About Metropolitan College
Metropolitan College (MET) is one of the 17 schools and colleges that make up Boston University. Established in 1965, Metropolitan College combines the University’s standards of excellence in teaching and research with academic programs that meet the educational needs of working professionals and students of all ages, backgrounds, and nationalities. Metropolitan College offers more than 60 accredited degree and certificate programs in convenient evening, online, and blended formats. Campus locations include the main Charles River Campus and at select military bases.
Along with the challenge of rigorous academic programs, students at Metropolitan College can build networks with classmates and peers from a variety of industries, take advantage of Boston University’s resources, and participate in campus life.
Student Services
Metropolitan College students can take advantage of a wide range of University Resources, including 23 libraries and the state-of-the-art Fitness & Recreation Center.
Faculty
Unlike other adult education institutions, Boston University’s Metropolitan College has its own full-time faculty. These distinguished scholars and professionals ensure that Preferred Educational Partners benefit from the highest level of academic excellence and industry expertise—whether studying on campus, online, or in a blended format. In addition, several Metropolitan College programs integrate award-winning faculty from other Boston University schools and colleges, as well as leaders from the local academic community and the corporate world.
Alumni Benefits
Upon successful completion of your Metropolitan College program, you’ll have earned a Boston University credential that is highly respected throughout industry, government, and academia. As a graduate of Boston University, you join a community of more than 285,000 alumni worldwide—and you have access to many resources. For instance, you can audit courses, network with peers, join our online community, find career resources, and much more.
50 Percent Tuition Scholarship
Eligibility
Benefits-eligible Boston Medical Center (BMC) employees who work 24 hours per week or more can enroll in undergraduate or graduate Metropolitan College courses on the Boston University Charles River Campus or Medical Campus with a 50 percent reduction in tuition. The 50 percent tuition scholarship only applies to Metropolitan College courses held at the Charles River Campus and Medical Campus, and does not apply to registration fees, laboratory fees, or textbooks. Online programs and those at corporate sites are not eligible for the reduction.
Financial Resources
Other financial resources for BMC employees include BMC Tuition Reimbursement, the BMC President’s Scholarship, the 1199 SEIU Training and Upgrading Fund.
All of these sources of financial assistance require approval before you start your class.
For more information, please contact:
Victoria Downes, Project Management Specialist
HR Organizational Development & Effectiveness
Boston Medical Center Health System
Phone: 617-638-8564
Email: Victoria.Downes@bmc.org
Steps to receive the 50 percent scholarship for BMC employees enrolling in courses on the Charles River Campus
In order to receive the 50 percent tuition scholarship, all the following steps must be completed for each semester you are taking Metropolitan College courses on the Charles River or Medical campuses.
- Register Please register for your courses at least one month before the first day of class. The earlier you register, the smoother your registration process will be. Print and complete a registration form, and fax it to:
Boston University Office of the University Registrar
RE: BMC Employee/MET Student at Charles River Campus
Fax: 617-358-1689
Phone: 617-353-3612
Upon registration, the full tuition for your course(s) will be applied to your student account. Your account will be credited for the 50 percent tuition reduction pending completion of the steps below. - Email Boston University Metropolitan College Enrollment Services In order to receive the 50 percent BMC Employee Scholarship each semester that you take classes—after you have registered—you must email your BMC employee ID number, BU ID number, and the name and number of the course for which you have registered to metcorp@bu.edu so we can verify your employee status. Boston University Metropolitan College will bill you for 50 percent of the full price of the course, a small registration fee, and any applicable laboratory fees. To remain eligible for the scholarship, you must pay your bill on time.
- Monitor Your Student Account Online* Please monitor your student account online, through the MyBU Student Portal, with your Boston University email address and Kerberos password (directions on setting up a BU email account can be found here). Alternately, you may call Student Accounts at 617-353-2264 to check your balance. The credit to your account should be applied well in advance of the payment deadline. *It is necessary to make payment to the balance of your student account by the payment deadline (found on the Student Accounting Services website), so as not to incur any late fees. If your balance still reflects 100 percent of the tuition, arrangements must be made with Student Accounts to pay at least 50 percent of the balance by the payment deadline.
- Request Reimbursement from BMC If you have been approved by BMC Organizational Development and Training or the 1199SEIU Training and Upgrading Fund (TUF) for Tuition Reimbursement, be sure that you submit your grade and proof of payment in accordance with OD&T or TUF requirements. For questions, please contact Diane Loud at 617-414-5492 or diane.loud@bmc.org.
Contact Us
For more information, please contact:
Enrollment Services
Boston University Metropolitan College
1010 Commonwealth Avenue, 3rd Floor
Boston, MA 02215
Phone: 617-353-6001
Email: metcorp@bu.edu
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