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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What's Happening At MET

Graduate Admissions

Graduate Information Session - In Person

Day: Thursday Apr 3rd Time: 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Undergraduate Admissions

Undergraduate Information Session - In Person

Day: Thursday Apr 3rd Time: 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Alumni Events Careers Student Events

Let’s Talk About Interviewing

Day: Friday Apr 4th Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Terrier F1RSTS Tranquility Fridays

Day: Friday Apr 4th Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm Newbury Center, 755 Commonwealth Ave. Suite B04, Boston, MA, 02215
Graduate Admissions

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

Day: Tuesday Apr 8th Time: 9:00am - 9:45am
Alumni Events Student Events

BU Giving Day

Day: Wednesday Apr 9th Time: 12:00am - 11:55pm Metropolitan College, 1010 Commonwealth Avenue, Lobby
Graduate Admissions

Admitted Student Webinar: Online Students Meet Your BU Classmates!

Day: Thursday Apr 10th Time: 1:00pm - 1:45pm Online

Sugihara Lecture with Prof. Chiharu Inaba

Day: Thursday Apr 10th Time: 3:30pm - 5:00pm Elie Wiesel Center Boardroom (147 Bay State Rd, Rm 201)
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