Master of Arts (MA) in Instructional Technology

Program Overview

The online Master of Arts in Instructional Technology program is 100% online, top-ranked and designed to teach you to engage learners in corporate, government, health care and educational environments. Students can explore the foundations of instructional design and technology, game-based learning, mobile learning, project management, third-party tools (Articulate 360 Rise and Storyline) and other current trends. We offer in-state tuition rates for all, and grants and scholarships are available to help you achieve your educational goals.

Program Format: Online

Credit Hours: 30

Tuition Per Hour: $440

Application Priority Deadline: 

• November 1 for spring admission, April 15 for summer admission, and July 1 for fall admission

Fees: 

• $10 College of Education graduate fee (per credit hour)

Scholarships and Grants Available: 

• Discover a range of scholarships and grants to support your educational journey

Completion Time: 

• Most students earn their degree in approximately 1.5 years

Choose Your Course Path

Our program is designed with busy working adults in mind. Students complete 30 credit hours, including five core courses and the opportunity to customize your learning from among 10 electives. The courses are offered on a semester basis (fall, spring, and summer), and our 100% online format enables you to set your own pace; students typically complete the program in just 18 months. Our faculty members are instructional technology and design experts, bringing real-world experience and up-to-date knowledge to the classroom.

The curriculum is designed to equip you with the skills needed to advance your career in instructional design, instructional technology, learning and development, training, e-learning and educational technology. Graduation requirements include the completion of a comprehensive portfolio showcasing projects completed throughout the MA in Instructional Technology program.

All majors are welcome to apply. Please note that this program does not lead to certification or licensure in P-12 education.

Real-World Experience Through Internships

As part of the curriculum electives, you’ll have the opportunity to gain practical experience through an internship. Apply what you’ve learned in real-world settings with organizations such as Tesla, Cracker Barrel, Cradlepoint and many others. You’ll be more attractive to employers after graduation when you can demonstrate you’ve already used your skills to help a modern business.

Design Your Future

Graduates of our master’s in Instructional Technology program pursue doctoral degrees or secure positions as instructional designers, technologists, managers, e-learning developers and more. Our alums are working with national and regional companies, including USAA, Texas Roadhouse, Cigna and EC-Council, among other