Applicants & Admitted 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.
It's hard to sum up in words what makes CFA so special. Let us introduce ourselves to you.
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The Leader in Online Music and Fine Arts Degrees
The quality and excellence of a Boston University College of Fine Arts degree and the convenience of online learning.
BU was the first to pilot an online graduate degree program in music and continues to push the limits of innovation in the field with offerings in visual arts and music. Learn more about CFA's online degrees, courses, and programs.
Visit BU College of Fine Arts
With programs in Music, Theatre, and Visual Arts, Boston University College of Fine Arts offers a wide array of pre-college, undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs, as well as a range of online degrees and certificates.
What is CFA? It's impossible to sum it into words. The experience is individual. But, the commitment is universal. Art happens here.
CFA's Latest Stories
Explore what's new in the ever-expanding world of CFA student, faculty, and alumni news and work.
CFA Names 2026 Recipients of the Esther B. and Albert S. Kahn Awards
The annual BU College of Fine Arts event honors students’ artistic excellence, with awards helping to boost their careers after graduation
Charlotte’s Web Closes Out 2025-2026 Wheelock Family Theatre Season
6,000 schoolchildren expected to attend performances of stage adaptation of E.B. White’s beloved children’s story
BU Wheelock Forum Explores AI in Education
The event, attended by approximately 250 people—including educators, administrators, and scholars—featured CFA professors James Grady and Clay Hopper
Boston University School of Visual Arts Unveils 2026 MFA Thesis Exhibitions Celebrating Emerging Artists
The 2026 MFA Thesis season showcases the works of graduating students in BU’s Graphic Design, Painting, Sculpture, Print Media & Photography, and Visual Narrative graduate programs
Do it for CFA: Save the Date for Giving Day 2026
Join us on Wednesday, April 8, to support the arts at Boston University
Acclaimed Composer and Conductor Matthew Aucoin Prepares a New Generation of Musicians at Boston University
One of opera and classical music’s brightest stars has joined CFA’s School of Music as a visiting professor
From Sinners to Hamnet to BU’s Nominees, This Year’s Oscar Race Could Offer Lots of Surprises
CFA’s Harvey Young and COM’s Debbie Danielpour offer predictions on who will win and who got snubbed ahead of Sunday’s Academy Awards Ceremony
Boston University Tanglewood Institute Turns 60
This August 2026, BUTI is celebrating six decades of artistry…and everyone is invited!
Upcoming CFA Events
There's always something going on at the College of Fine Arts! Check out all upcoming concerts, productions, exhibitions, lectures, and community events.
Boston University at Symphony Hall
Kahn Career Entry Awards
Tuesday Night Lecture Series: Zoe Pettijohn Schade
Boston University Baroque Orchestra
2026 Trans & Gender Expansive Art Showcase Reception
Third Thursday: Sketch & Sip
Weichen Lin Marimba Solo Recital
The Oresteia
CFA in the News
We're making headlines—read all about it!