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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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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October 7th Memorial

Day: Monday Oct 7th Time: 9:00am - 5:00pm Marsh Plaza, 735 Commonwealth Avenue
Alumni Events Careers Student Events

Let’s Talk About Your Internship & Job Search

Day: Monday Oct 7th Time: 10:00am - 11:00am Online
Alumni Events Lectures & Seminars Diversity & Inclusion Student Events

Curated Cuisine: “Plantas” Author Alexa Soto pays homage to Mexican cooking with a modern, vegan twist

Day: Monday Oct 7th Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm WBUR CitySpace, 890 Commonwealth Avenue Boston, MA 02215
Graduate Admissions

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

Day: Wednesday Oct 9th Time: 10:00am - 10:45am
Lectures & Seminars Diversity & Inclusion Student Events

Vinho Verde Tasting and Seminar with Laura Maniec, MS

Day: Thursday Oct 10th Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm 808 Commonwealth Avenue, Room 124
Academics Lectures & Seminars Diversity & Inclusion Student Events

Cacao, Gift of Gods: Celebrating Mesoamerican Cacao and Chocolate Heritage

Day: Friday Oct 11th Time: 9:00am - 1:30pm 808 Commonwealth Avenue, Food Studies Suite

Social Impact Social - Hack-A-Thon Workshop

Day: Friday Oct 11th Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm 730 Commonwealth Avenue Boston, MA 02215
Alumni Events Careers Student Events

Let’s Talk About Your Internship & Job Search

Day: Wednesday Oct 16th Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm Online
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