Ministry

Boston University’s School of Theology offers a Doctor of Ministry (DMin) program in Transformational Leadership, structured as a three-year, low‑residency hybrid. Students engage in robust online coursework such as Transformational Leadership, Contextual Analysis, Research Methods, and a Directed Study Project while meeting in Boston for intensive in-person seminars each August and January. Classes emphasize peer […]

Gastronomy and Food Studies Programs

The world of food is much more than cooking—it’s a global touchstone that reaches marketing, policy, media, and beyond. At Boston University’s Metropolitan College (BU MET), you’ll benefit from the expertise of leading food scholars based within a city known for its rich, diverse culinary scene. One of the few of its kind in the […]

Online Master of Arts in Religion and Public Leadership

Scholarships Available for First-Year Students A first-year 25% tuition scholarship is available to new students. Request more information from our program director today to get the full details and start your application. 

Online Master of Arts in Gastronomy

Unlock Food’s True Meaning through Gastronomy A unique, multidisciplinary program created in collaboration with Jacques Pépin and Julia Child, the Master of Arts (MA) in Gastronomy at Boston University’s Metropolitan College (MET) encompasses the arts, the humanities, and the natural and social sciences. Students in the program examine the role of food in historical and […]

Online Food Studies Graduate Certificate

*Please note that most online Food Studies courses run on a 14-week schedule.**Based on 2025–2026 Boston University tuition and fees. Refine Your Expertise in Food and Culture Ideal for students and professionals who are considering a career change or seeking to enhance their credentials, the Online Graduate Certificate in Food Studies provides a solid foundation […]

Online Doctor of Ministry

Degree Requirements Doctor of Ministry students are required to take 30 units as follows: 4 Intensive Seminars (offered in-person, 1-week intensives in August and January):Transformational Leadership (4 units)Contextual-Theological Analysis (4 units)Research Methods (2 units)DMin Project Colloquium (2 units) 3 Cohort Courses: Cohort courses are offered online, and students take them together as a cohort. All […]

Online Master in Social Work

Degree Description Live and work anywhere in the U.S. while earning a top-ranked, fully online, part-time MSW degree taught by renowned BU faculty. You’ll experience a high-quality, evidence-based education delivered in a user-friendly web-based format that’s designed to fit a working adult’s busy schedule. With both self-paced learning and a virtual Live Classroom component, you’ll […]