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.
Meet the Guitar Playing Scholars Making their Mark at the School of Music
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BU Actors Celebrate Hollywood Strike Settlement and Return to Work
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BU School of Theatre Presents Orlando at the Joan & Edgar Booth Theatre
Random Actor Project Enters Second Phase
BU Center for New Music season features Hans Thomalla, Elizabeth Ogonek, and Ming Tsao Residencies
CFA Students Named as Innovate@BU’s First-Year Innovation Fellows
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.
CFA Stress Reliever: DIY Terrariums
BU Art Market
Multiple Formats Art Book Fair
CFA Swag Giveaway
Tuesday Night Lecture Series: Rachel Eulena Williams
2026 Boston University Spotlight
Boston University Wind Ensemble “Time & Place”
Tuesday Night Lecture Series: Ellie Krakow
CFA In The Media
We're making headlines—read all about it!