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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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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Careers Student Events

Let’s Talk About Your Internship & Job Search

Day: Friday Apr 19th Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm Zoom
Careers Student Events

Let’s Talk About Your Resume/Cover Letter

Day: Monday Apr 22nd Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm Zoom
Alumni Events Lectures & Seminars

Jacques Pépin Lecture Series: Everything I Learned, I Learned in a Chinese Restaurant by Curtis Chin, Author, Documentarian, and Activist

Day: Tuesday Apr 23rd Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm Online
Careers Student Events

Let’s Talk About Your Internship & Job Search

Day: Wednesday Apr 24th Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm Zoom
Alumni Events Lectures & Seminars

Unexpected Wines of Australia

Day: Wednesday Apr 24th Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm Demo Kitchen (Groce Pépin Culinary Innovation Lab, 808 Commonwealth Avenue, Room 124)

BU Diversity & Inclusion Grand Opening

Day: Thursday Apr 25th Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm 808 Commonwealth Avenue, Suite 1M. Boston, MA. 02215
Careers Student Events

BU Earth & Environment and BU URBAN: Environmental Career Fair

Day: Friday Apr 26th Time: 12:00pm - 4:00pm Metcalf Ballroom, George Sherman Union, 775 Commonwealth Avenue
Careers Student Events

Negotiating Salary & Job Offers (Career Development Workshop Series)

Day: Monday Apr 29th Time: 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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