College and University Programs
The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, welcomes higher education audiences to engage deeply with its collections, programs, and spaces. Whether connecting with the Museum as part of a class or with friends and family, the MFA offers many ways to deepen learning, inspire curiosity, and connect with others.
Student Admission and Discounts
Massachusetts Colleges and Universities
The University Membership Program offers free ticketed admission to students, faculty, and staff with a valid ID from participating colleges and universities in Massachusetts.
Interested in learning more about how your institution can participate in the University Membership Program? Contact us at [email protected] or 617-369-4136.
Massachusetts Community Colleges
The Pozen Community College Access Program offers free ticketed admission to students, faculty, and staff with valid ID from community colleges across the Commonwealth. Museum admission is available for 15 schools, in 24 locations, that comprise the Massachusetts Community College System.
We cover your cost to get here! Group visits led by faculty in the Massachusetts Community College system are eligible for travel stipends up to $500 for modes including buses, public transportation, ride-hailing services, and personal vehicles.
New Hampshire and Maine Colleges and Universities
Students, faculty, and staff attending New Hampshire and Maine colleges and universities are eligible for free ticketed admission with a valid ID. In addition, undergraduate students from New Hampshire and Maine attending school in other states are also eligible for free ticketed admission with a valid student ID and a proof of residence. Free admission is generously provided by the Lunder Maine Student Membership Program and the McLane Family New Hampshire Student Membership Program.
Group Visits
Self-guided visits are available for college groups that are part of the University Members Program. To learn more and to reserve your group visit, see University Member Group Visits.
$30 Discount on Membership for Students
The Museum offers students a $30 discount off a membership at the Individual, Friends and Family, or Ambassador level. If you believe you are eligible, you may request the discount by visiting a ticket desk during your next visit. If you have questions about your eligibility for the discount, e-mail [email protected].
Proof of valid school or college ID may be requested. Students may wish to check whether their college or university is a participant in the University Membership Program first. Please contact your representative at the associated school or university for details on how to access free or discounted tickets. Students need to be at least 18 years old to qualify for the discount.
Internships and Opportunities
There are many ways to become more involved with the MFA. Consider applying for an internship or staff position, and learn more about MFA Ambassadors.
Research
Looking for information about works of art in the MFA’s collections? Search our collections database and library of videos.
Events for College Students, Faculty, and Staff
Conservation Up Close: Medieval Made Modern
4:00 pm–4:40 pm
Meet in Sharf Visitor Center
In PersonConservation Up Close: Medieval Made Modern
6:00 pm–6:40 pm
Meet in Sharf Visitor Center
In Person
Conservation Spotlight Talk: Nubian Art
5:00 pm–5:30 pm
Meet in Sharf Visitor Center
In PersonConservation Spotlight Talk: Nubian Art
1:30 pm–2:00 pm
Meet in Sharf Visitor Center
In Person
Teaching with Hindu Art: Depictions of the Divine in Prints, Paintings, and Sculptures
4:30 pm–6:30 pm
Recommended for K–12 educators and college faculty
In Person
World Religions in Art: Islam
10:10 am–10:50 am
Recommended for Grades 6–12 and College/University students
Online
College Night
5:00 pm–8:00 pm
Tickets available in person on a first-come, first-served basis. Free to college and university students with a valid school ID.
In Person
Visual Culture Consortium Student Symposium
12:00 pm–4:45 pm