Overview
Boston University offers several of its graduate programs completely online for busy adults and professionals. Through a collaboration effort from several faculty members and the Metropolitan College Office of Distance Education, the school reaches thousands of students from all 50 states and several other countries. Enrollment is simple and convenient and students can choose from a variety of graduate and undergraduate degrees as well as certificate programs.
Student Appeal
Students are drawn to Boston University's online degree programs for several reasons. The school is a member of several educational associations, including the University Continuing Education Association (UCEA), the United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA) and The Sloan Consortium. With a Boston University online degree, students are prepared to enter the workforce of their selected program of study. The school also offers job placement assistance for eligible candidates.
Financial
Boston University offers a variety of resources to help make tuition more affordable for eligible students. Scholarships, grants and loans are available for qualified candidates. The Student Accounting Services office also offers assistance with payments, options and refunds. Students are encouraged to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and check the website for the most comprehensive financial assistance.
School Facts & Figures
- Accreditation: Regional, NEASC
- Size: Large (10,000+ Students)
- Type: Public, Non-Profit
- Religious Affiliation: N/A
- Academic Affiliation: N/A
- Career Services: Yes
- Course Schedule: Semester, 12-15 Weeks
- Credit Options: Transfer, Work
- Scholarships Offered: Yes
- Loans Offered: Pell, FSEOG, ACG, SMART
- Master in Criminal JusticeMaster in Criminal Justice
Boston University's Master of Criminal Justice (MCJ) online program has established itself as one of the most respected criminal justice leadership programs in the nation. Students consist of working law enforcement professionals, criminal justice educators, and those looking for entry or advancement in criminal justice careers in federal and state law enforcement, policing, probation and parole, corrections, and the courts. This program will enable graduates to lead the criminal justice community, analyze criminal justice issues using disciplined research methods, assess law enforcement policies, and implement change within the criminal justice system. Boston University's unique online learning platform provides a dynamic, interactive master's program consisting of 10 courses that can be completed in 20 months. Boston University is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc., one of six nationally recognized accrediting agencies.
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NOTE: Graduate programs require at least a bachelor degree to enroll.
Accrediting Agencies
- Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
- New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education
- American Bar Association
- American College of Nurse-Midwives, Division of Accreditation
- American Dietetic Association, Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education
- National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation
- American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation
- American Occupational Therapy Association
- American Physical Therapy Association
- American Psychological Association, Committee on Accreditation
- American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
- Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education
- Commission on English Language Program Accreditation
- Council on Education for Public Health
- Liaison Committee on Medical Education