Tuition Chart – MSADA – Data Engineering Concentration

BU MET programs offer the flexibility of part-time or full-time study, either on campus or online. Tuition, fees, and total program cost are determined by enrollment status. If you enroll in 1–2 courses (4–8 units) in a semester, you are charged the part-time per-unit rate. If you enroll in 3–4 courses (12–16 units) in a semester, you are charged the full-time semester rate.

MS in Applied Data Analytics, Data Engineering Concentration (Online and On Campus)

Cost is reflective of a program that ranges from 32 units (8 courses) to 40 units (10 courses). Students with the appropriate background may receive waivers for up to two foundation courses (8 units).

Enrollment Status Part Time Full Time
Courses per Semester 2 courses
(8 units)		 4 courses
(16 units)		 3 courses
(12 units)
Time to Degree 4–5 semesters
(16–20 months)		 2–3 semesters
(8–16 months)***		 3–4 semesters
(12–20 months)***
Tuition* $567–$1,005
per unit**		 $34,935
per semester		 $34,935
per semester
Fees per Semester* $75 $501 $501
Total Degree Cost* $27,204–
$31,815		 $70,872–
$75,483		 $78,987–
$110,403

*Based on 2025–2026 Boston University tuition and fee rates.
**Cost per unit is determined by course number (100–599 = $567/unit, 600–999 = $1,005/unit).
***Summer semester enrollment is not required for international students to maintain F-1 visa status. Enrollment in summer semester coursework will expedite completion of program and reduce total program cost.

International students seeking an F-1 visa for on-campus study must enroll full time and demonstrate availability of funds to cover the Estimated Cost of Graduate Study; those who wish to study online may enroll part-time but are not eligible for a visa. Learn more about International Student Tuition & Fees.

Questions? Please contact us to hear from an Admissions Advisor who can help you determine the best enrollment pathway. For information regarding financial aid, visit BU MET’s Financial Aid page.