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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.
Can Missy Mazzoli Help Reinvent Opera in America?
CFA alum, composer, and Grammy nominee is working on a major commission from the Metropolitan Opera—and on widening the path for women in the field
How I Made This: Ethan Vettese (CFA’26)
As scene designer for Corpus Christi, running April 10 through 13 in CFA’s Studio ONE, Ethan Vettese (CFA’26) oversees the construction and design of the play’s set and the movement of its props
Beyond the Classroom: Print Media and Photography Students in Paris
Second-year graduate students visited Paris, France where they attended the Paris Photo fair, visited studios specializing in printmaking, and explored the magic found in the City of Lights
BU School of Theatre Presents Desdemona and Emilia in Repertory this April at Booth Theatre
Empowering explorations of womanhood and amplifying historically marginalized voices from the Renaissance are what BU’s productions of Desdemona and Emilia have in common.
Baton in Hand, BU’s Sarah Ioannides Inspires a New Generation of Musicians
Conductor is renowned for collaboration, innovation, and championing new music
Top 10 Reasons to Give to CFA on BU Giving Day
CFA is a community of fine and performing artists — musicians, visual artists, and theatre-makers — who believe in the power of creativity and creating accessible art experiences for all.
Boston University School of Visual Arts Announces 2025 MFA Thesis Exhibitions
The shows celebrate the works of graduating students in BU's Graphic Design, Painting, Sculpture, Print Media & Photography, and Visual Narrative graduate programs.
Wheelock Family Theatre Among the Organizations Included in the Expansion of Boston Family Days
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu's expansion of Boston Family Days gives all school-aged children and families in Boston access to historical sites and world-class performing arts institutions
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.
Foundation Drawing: The Legacy of John Wilson
2025 MFA Graphic Design Thesis Exhibition
2025 MFA Print Media & Photography Thesis Exhibition
2025 MFA Sculpture Thesis Exhibition
2025 MFA Visual Narrative Thesis Exhibition
Tuesday Night Lecture Series: Rogelio Báez Vega
Boston University Baroque Orchestra
Foundation Drawing: The Legacy of John Wilson
CFA in the News
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