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.

Book your Group Visits Today

Events for University Members

Guided Tour

Conservation Up Close: Medieval Made Modern

Friday, August 1, 2025
4:00 pm–4:40 pm

Meet in Sharf Visitor Center

In Person
Guided Tour

Conservation Up Close: Medieval Made Modern

Friday, August 1, 2025
6:00 pm–6:40 pm

Meet in Sharf Visitor Center

In Person
Spotlight Talk

Conservation Spotlight Talk: Japanese Swords

Friday, August 15, 2025
4:00 pm–4:30 pm

Meet in Sharf Visitor Center

In Person
Spotlight Talk

Conservation Spotlight Talk: Japanese Swords

Friday, August 15, 2025
5:00 pm–5:30 pm

Meet in Sharf Visitor Center

In Person
Guided Tour

Conservation Up Close: Medieval Made Modern

Thursday, August 21, 2025
4:00 pm–4:40 pm

Meet in Sharf Visitor Center

In Person
Guided Tour

Conservation Up Close: Medieval Made Modern

Thursday, August 21, 2025
6:00 pm–6:40 pm

Meet in Sharf Visitor Center

In Person
Guided Tour

Conservation Up Close: Calligraphic Drawing

Friday, August 22, 2025
5:00 pm–5:40 pm

Meet in Sharf Visitor Center

In Person
Guided Tour

Conservation Up Close: Calligraphic Drawing

Friday, August 22, 2025
6:00 pm–6:40 pm

Meet in Sharf Visitor Center

In Person
Spotlight Talk

Conservation Spotlight Talk: Japanese Buddhist Sculptures

Friday, September 5, 2025
4:00 pm–4:30 pm

Meet in Sharf Visitor Center

In Person
Spotlight Talk

Conservation Spotlight Talk: Japanese Buddhist Sculptures

Friday, September 12, 2025
5:00 pm–5:30 pm

Meet in Sharf Visitor Center

In Person
Educator Workshops

Teaching with Jewish Ritual Art: Intentional Beauty across Global Communities

Thursday, November 6, 2025
4:30 pm–6:30 pm

Recommended for K–12 educators and college faculty

In Person

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

Learn More about College Programs