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 & World Report Best Online Programs - Criminal Justice 2025U.S. News & World Report Best Online Programs - Grad Information Technology 2025U.S. News & World Report Best Online Programs - Grad Business 2025

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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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Graduate Admissions

Admitted Student Webinar: On-Campus Students Meet Your BU Classmates!

Day: Tuesday Mar 4th Time: 9:00am - 9:45am Online
Alumni Events Careers Student Events

Let's Talk About Interviewing

Day: Tuesday Mar 4th Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Graduate Admissions

Admitted Student Webinar: On-Campus Students Meet Your BU Classmates!

Day: Tuesday Mar 4th Time: 1:00pm - 1:45pm Online
Lectures & Seminars Diversity & Inclusion Student Events

Free Wine Tasting and Wine Business Talk with TJ Douglas

Day: Tuesday Mar 4th Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm 808 Commonwealth Avenue, Room 124
Alumni Events Careers Student Events

Let's Talk About Personal Branding/LinkedIn

Day: Wednesday Mar 5th Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Accelerating Change in the Mobility Sector: Trends, Cutting Edge Technology, and How Cities Can Proactively Engage and Participate

Day: Thursday Mar 6th Time: 4:00pm - 5:30pm Initiative on Cities, 75 Bay State Road

Money Talks: And So Should You!

Day: Thursday Mar 6th Time: 5:30pm - 7:00pm 730 Commonwealth Ave. Boston MA 02215

Terrier F1RSTS Tranquility Friday

Day: Friday Mar 7th Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm Newbury Center, 755 Commonwealth Ave, Suite B04, Boston, MA 02215
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