University Membership

Free MFA admission for students, faculty, and staff of participating schools

The University Membership Program offers free ticketed admission to students, faculty, and staff with valid ID from participating colleges and universities. See below for list of eligible student groups (faculty and staff are included in all participating schools).

Please note that organizational members can obtain same-day general admission and special exhibition tickets by visiting a ticket desk and presenting a valid ID on the day of their visit. Visit Tickets for more information.

University Membership benefits also include:

  • Free self-guided and guided group tours designed to support academic and social goals, introduce students to the MFA, and enhance the college experience
    • Learn more about our group tour options and how to book yours in advance on Group Visits
  • $5 film tickets for students
  • $30 student discount on personal memberships
  • 10% discount in all Museum shops

University Members

College Programs

College and university students can learn about events, learning programs, and ways to get involved with the MFA. College faculty and staff can learn how the MFA can support your curricular goals.

Learn More about College Programs

University Member Group Visits

University members can book guided or self-guided group visits that use works of art to build connections with course content.

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Events for University Members

Guided Tour

Conservation Up Close: Japanese Woodblock Prints

Friday, May 30, 2025
2:30 pm–3:10 pm

Meet in Sharf Visitor Center

In Person
Guided Tour

Conservation Up Close: Japanese Woodblock Prints

Friday, May 30, 2025
5:30 pm–6:10 pm

Meet in Sharf Visitor Center

In Person
Guided Tour

Conservation Up Close: 3-D Technologies

Saturday, June 7, 2025
1:30 pm–2:10 pm

Meet in Sharf Visitor Center

In Person
Guided Tour

Conservation Up Close: 3-D Technologies

Saturday, June 21, 2025
1:30 pm–2:10 pm

Meet in Sharf Visitor Center

In Person
Spotlight Talk

Conservation Spotlight Talk: Van Gogh’s Technique

Sunday, June 22, 2025
11:30 am–12:00 pm

Meet in Sharf Visitor Center

In Person
Spotlight Talk

Conservation Spotlight Talk: Van Gogh’s Technique

Thursday, June 26, 2025
5:30 pm–6:00 pm

Meet in Sharf Visitor Center

In Person
Spotlight Talk

Conservation Spotlight Talk: Van Gogh’s Technique

Friday, June 27, 2025
2:30 pm–3:00 pm

Meet in Sharf Visitor Center

In Person
Panel Discussion

MFA Pathways Internship Information Session

Tuesday, July 22, 2025
6:00 pm–7:00 pm

Recommended for college students, faculty, and career advisors

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Sponsors

Pozen Community College Access Program is made possible by Liz and Bob Pozen.

The Lunder Maine Student Membership Program at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston is generously funded by The Lunder Foundation.

The McLane Family New Hampshire Student Membership Program allows New Hampshire students of all ages in public and private school, as well as those who are home schooled, to visit the Museum free of charge.

College Programs

Information for students, faculty, and staff on programs, events, and more

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