Boston University at a Glance

Boston University, founded in 1839, is the fourth-largest independent university in the United States with two primary campuses in the heart of Boston and programs around the world. Through the 18 schools and colleges, Boston University offers a total of more than 250 degree programs and enrolls more than 30,000 students. Boston University is one of the nation’s leading research-based universities.

Boston University currently employs more than 3,400 faculty members and has been the chosen education provider for several key political and social figures. It is with pride that we count Martin Luther King, Jr. among our alumni. Other notable alumni include the first woman to earn a PhD, the first woman admitted to the bar in Massachusetts, and the first Native American to graduate with a doctorate in medicine.

The New England Association of Schools and Colleges accredits Boston University.

Programs offered:

• Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy:
  Designed specifically for practicing physical therapy professionals, this 8-course distance education program can be completed within 16 months.
• Post-Professional Master of Science for Occupational Therapists:
  A 22-month post-professional distance education program that is designed to build on the knowledge and skills practicing occupational therapists have acquired from their BS-level professional program and clinical practice.
• Post-Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy:
  Our 20-month program provides you with the highest level of quality education, flexibility and a strong mentorship model.
• Bachelor of Liberal Studies:
  Our unique online learning platform provides a dynamic, interactive undergraduate program consisting of 16 to 20 courses that can be completed in 30 months.
• Master of Criminal Justice:
  Our unique online learning platform provides a dynamic, interactive master’s program consisting of 10 courses that can be completed in 20 months.
• Master of Science in Project Management:
  Designed for business leaders, our unique online MSPM program is accredited by the Global Accreditation Center for Project Management and consists of 12 courses that can be completed in 24 months.
• Master of Science in Banking and Financial Services Management:
  Our unique online learning platform provides a dynamic, interactive master’s program consisting of 12 courses that can be completed in 24 months.
• Master of Science in International Marketing Management:
  Our unique online learning platform provides a dynamic, interactive master’s program consisting of 12 seven-week courses that can be completed in 24 months.
• Master of Science in Business Continuity, Security and Risk Management:
  Our unique online learning platform provides a dynamic, interactive master’s program consisting of 12 seven-week courses that can be completed in 24 months.

“I was working full-time but still wanted to go to school. That’s one thing that attracted me to this program – you don’t have to give up your life and family in order to do it. Yes it’s hard, it’s not an easy program, but when you’re getting your doctorate, how easy do you want it to be? That is part of the reward in the end.”
– Lillian Hamer, OTD Candidate, Boston University Sargent College

“The tDPT program at Boston University has been a professionally fulfilling and rewarding experience for me.”
– Elizabeth Coelho, DPT, 2009 Graduate, Boston University Sargent College

I am benefiting greatly from the opportunity to pursue graduate level criminal justice studies at such a prestigious institution as Boston University.”
– Calvin Chang, Online MCJ Student, Boston University

The Boston University Degree Completion Program is a winner. Not only is the bachelor’s degree offered from one of America’s top private universities, the varied courses in the program are timely, relevant and have practical applications.”
– Elbert E. Rogers, Online Bachelor of Liberal Studies Student, Boston University