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 been highly ranked since 2014.

U.S. News & World Report Best Online Programs - Criminal Justice 2026U.S. News & World Report Best Online Programs - Grad Information Technology 2026U.S. News & World Report Best Online Programs - Grad Business 2026

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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

BU President Melissa Gilliam delivers a speech at the 2025 City of Boston Scholar Recognition Event

President Gilliam Salutes ‘Transformational’ Nature of BU’s City of Boston Scholarship Program at 2025 Event

Did you know that over the past 12 years alone, Boston University has invested roughly $5 million in support of more than 400 City of Boston employees as part of its City of Boston Scholarship program? This year, BU President Melissa Gilliam joined the MET community in celebrating this partnership. Because, as one graduate put it, “Strong public service needs strong public servants.”

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New Research from MET Language and Neuroscience Lecturer Suggests Early Development Critical for those with Autism

Metropolitan College lecturer Dr. Andrey Vyshedskiy, who teaches Neuroscience of Human Cognition: Imagination, Language, and Consciousness (MET BI 366), has published new research that indicates that children with autism may have a shorter window to develop a command of complex language than neurotypical peers. “A long-standing question in autism research concerns why some individuals never […]

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MET Revitalizes Computer Science Programs with Curricular Updates—Including New Options in AI & Machine Learning

Boston University’s Metropolitan College is always working to be sure its programs reflect the cutting edge of emerging industry best practices, regularly evaluating whether curricula meet the highest possible current standards and evolving in kind. It is for that reason that BU MET is pleased to announce a series of updates and new offerings throughout […]

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With ‘Letters Rewoven’ Project, Alum Anna Fubini (MET’23) Turns Arts Admin Coursework into Living Public Installation

There isn’t much that strengthens the bonds that cultivate community character like public art. When a community invests in an artist and an artist reciprocates that good faith with work that honors, challenges, and unites, as so much quality art does, the net is a meaningful representation of artistic administrative success—just the kind of success […]

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What's Happening At MET

Careers

Job Search Launchpad

Day: Friday Mar 6th Time: 1:00pm - 1:45pm 1010 Commonwealth Avenue, Room 122
Careers

Virtual Drop-In Career Sessions

Day: Monday Mar 9th Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm Virtual
Graduate Admissions

The Inside Scoop: BU MET Graduate Admissions for Domestic Students (US Citizens & Permanent US Residents)

Day: Tuesday Mar 10th Time: 12:00pm - 12:45pm Online
Graduate Admissions

Admitted Student Webinar: Online Students Meet Your BU Classmates!

Day: Thursday Mar 12th Time: 1:00pm - 1:45pm Online
Graduate Admissions

The Inside Scoop: Graduate Admissions at BU MET (International Students)

Day: Tuesday Mar 17th Time: 9:00am - 9:45am Online
Careers Student Events

LinkedIn Headshot Event

Day: Tuesday Mar 17th Time: 12:00pm - 4:00pm 1010 Commonwealth Ave, Room 420
Careers Lectures & Seminars Research

Technology, AI, and Correctional Practice: Promises and Challenges

Day: Wednesday Mar 18th Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm Rajen Kilachand Center for Integrated Life Sciences and Engineering 610 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA 02215
Graduate Admissions Careers Student Events

MET Career Success Preview: Job Search 101

Day: Friday Mar 20th Time: 9:00am - 9:45am Online
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