Genealogy News

Boston University to Phase Out Genealogy Program

Boston University has made the difficult decision to phase out several of its non-credit programs within the Center for Professional Education, including the Genealogy Studies Program. This decision was made at the university level, in response to ongoing financial pressures faced by the university as a whole due to federal actions and university-wide drops in enrollment.

The program will officially conclude at the end of the Spring 2026 semester. Between now and then, prospective and current students will still have opportunities to enroll in courses and earn the certificate. Further information will be forthcoming via the BU website.

For 16 years, the Genealogy Studies Program has stood as a cornerstone in the field of genealogy education. We are proud of the program’s lasting contribution to the field, its role in advancing research skills and professional standards, and the accomplishments of our faculty and alumni. The Genealogy Studies Program has left a lasting legacy that will continue through the work of its graduates who now contribute their skills and knowledge to the field of genealogy.

Melissa Johnson

Program Director