Application for Non-Degree Courses On Campus

We are pleased that you have decided to apply to take an on campus course as a non-degree student at the BU College of Fine Arts.

Prior to starting your application, please carefully review the application instructions.

It is recommended that applications be completed two weeks prior to the first day of classes. Applications received after that day will be processed as time allows.

Upon submission of your application, if it is determined that you meet the requirements to take the requested course, you will be automatically registered and contacted by the College of Fine Arts Registrar. Once you’ve been notified by the Registrar that you are registered for your course, it will be your responsibility to pay your bill or withdraw from the course by the drop deadline.

If there is a question about your application, or it is determined you do not meet the criteria to register, you will be contacted via e-mail.

There is no fee for this application.

If you have questions about the program, please contact CFA Registrar at mducharm@bu.edu or 617-353-3350.

**Any forms for Fall 2025 submitted before Non-Degree Registration opens on April 29th, 2025 will not be processed. Please submit all Fall 2025 forms after April 29th**

Non-Degree Course Application

  • /reg/registration/
  • /summer/courses/
  • Do you have docs under another name? For example, maiden name, middle name, nickname, preferred name.
  • Select date MM slash DD slash YYYY
  • If you'd like to share your gender identity with the admission committee you may do so here.
  • If you do not have a BU ID number because you have not studied or worked at BU, please enter 'no ID'.

  • Course Information

  • CFA Program Course Number Section  
    Example: CFA ML 608 A1. Graduate courses are level 500 or above.
  • If your requested course indicates a pre-requisite, please explain your qualifications.
  • Max. file size: 100 MB.
    Upload a copy of your undergraduate transcript with degree confirmation.
    Please select one option. If your first language or the primary language spoken in your home is not English, you must demonstrate English proficiency by submitting a TOEFL or IELTS score.