About

Boston University College of Fine Arts (CFA) is a community of fine and performing artists — musicians, visual artists, and theatre-makers — who believe in the power of creativity.

While artistic and academic rigor are signatures of the program, education within BU College of Fine Arts extends beyond the walls of the practice rooms and studios. Students also benefit from the rich centers of art and culture throughout the city of Boston, international opportunities through the study abroad program, and a worldwide network of alumni and connections to professions.

Here at CFA, we are thought leaders and arts innovators. We are diverse and inclusive. We are international. We’re committed to excellence. Our artists work with award-winning faculty, practice in top-notch facilities, thrive in the spaces of creative experimentation, and pursue the many opportunities available at one of the world’s best universities.

The Schools of CFA

CFA brings together the School of Music, the School of Theatre, and the School of Visual Arts and offers professional training in the arts in conservatory-style environments for undergraduate and graduate students.

Who are we?

Three Schools. In one College. In one top-tier University. Intimate arts school. World-class research institution. A diverse community of creators, advocates, change-makers.

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Our Community of Artists

CFA Rankings

Did you know Boston University College of Fine Arts is one of the best fine and performing arts colleges in the world?

Ranked #6 in Graduate Painting Programs (US News & World Report), CFA has also been counted among the Best Drama Schools (The Hollywood Reporter), and Best Colleges for Music in America (Niche), with graduates making waves in the arts and entertainment industry for decades.

Read more about our prestigious programs, outstanding opportunities, and amazing alums!

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Latest Stories

Explore what's new in the ever-expanding world of CFA student, faculty, and alumni news and work.

CFA Alumni

Winds of Hope

Jonny Watkins cofounded two national concert bands in the UK in the face of declining support for youth music instruction

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Everybody Is a Gamer

Video game veteran Jonathan Knight wants to make the New York Times the premier destination for digital puzzles. Acquiring Wordle was just the start.

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Art Reimagined

Alums Christopher Morrison and Julie Gratz are using technology to push artistic boundaries

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The Costume Engineer

Collette Livingston ensures Cirque du Soleil’s costumes withstand the performers’ complex acrobatics

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Events

There's always something going on at the College of Fine Arts! Check out all upcoming concerts, productions, exhibitions, lectures, and community events.

Quarrel, artwork by Matt Murphy

Day: Saturday Jun 29th Time: All Day 808 Gallery (windows only) 808 Commonwealth Avenue

A Summer Place, an exhibition by Breehan James and Nancy Wissemann-Widrig

Day: Saturday Jun 29th Time: 11:00am - 5:00pm The Stone Gallery 855 Commonwealth Avenue

Quarrel, artwork by Matt Murphy

Day: Sunday Jun 30th Time: All Day 808 Gallery (windows only) 808 Commonwealth Avenue

Quarrel, artwork by Matt Murphy

Day: Monday Jul 1st Time: All Day 808 Gallery (windows only) 808 Commonwealth Avenue

Quarrel, artwork by Matt Murphy

Day: Tuesday Jul 2nd Time: All Day 808 Gallery (windows only) 808 Commonwealth Avenue

A Summer Place, an exhibition by Breehan James and Nancy Wissemann-Widrig

Day: Tuesday Jul 2nd Time: 11:00am - 5:00pm The Stone Gallery 855 Commonwealth Avenue

Quarrel, artwork by Matt Murphy

Day: Wednesday Jul 3rd Time: All Day 808 Gallery (windows only) 808 Commonwealth Avenue

A Summer Place, an exhibition by Breehan James and Nancy Wissemann-Widrig

Day: Wednesday Jul 3rd Time: 11:00am - 5:00pm The Stone Gallery 855 Commonwealth Avenue
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