Instructional Design & Technology Online Program

Secondary Education

Master of Science in Education
Darden College of Education & Professional Studies
Department of STEM Education & Professional Studies

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Why ODU for Instructional Design and Technology?

With ODU's online master's of science (MS) online program focusing on instructional design and technology, you'll graduate prepared to enter an in-demand field. Whether you're looking for a career in instructional technology or preparation for a Ph.D. in this field, this degree will help you get there.

Our wide variety of course offerings will give you a strong background in both the theory and practice of the industrial design and technology field. Your courses will prepare you for instructional design roles at all levels of education, including military or business venues.

This MSEd is listed under Secondary Education with a concentration in ID&T. It does not offer licensure in secondary education. Interested in becoming a teacher? Contact us to learn more.

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30-36 Credit Hours

Your required courses will cover topics such as:

applied cognition
distance and online education
human performance technology
evaluation and assessment
quantitative and qualitative research

You will choose elective courses in theory, design, technology, and more. The program is completed with a problem paper or seminar research.

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Participate in live, regularly scheduled online class meetings and access course materials online from any location. All courses follow ODU's regular academic calendar.

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30-36 Credit Hours

Your required courses will cover topics such as:

applied cognition
distance and online education
human performance technology
evaluation and assessment
quantitative and qualitative research

You will choose elective courses in theory, design, technology, and more. The program is completed with a problem paper or seminar research.

Explore Course Options in the Graduate Catalog

Participate in live, regularly scheduled online class meetings and access course materials online from any location. All courses follow ODU's regular academic calendar.

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In-state Virginia Residents

$486 per credit hour*

Out-of-state Students

$649 per credit hour

Rates are effective Fall 2025 and subject to change.
* In-state rate assumes residency requirements are met.

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At ODUGlobal, we offer a variety of scholarships to support and empower you in achieving your academic and career goals, making quality education accessible wherever you are.

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Careers in Instructional Design & Technology

Our graduates work in education, business, healthcare, government, and military sectors, creating innovative learning solutions using technology and research-based strategies.

Training and Development Managers

Growth

7.3%

Median Salary

$125,040

Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary

Growth

0.1%

Median Salary

$62,060

Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists

Growth

12.2%

Median Salary

$99,380

Information Technology Project Managers

Growth

10.8%

Median Salary

$104,920

Web and Digital Interface Designers

Growth

7.9%

Median Salary

$98,540

Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers

Growth

11.8%

Median Salary

$101,800

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This program does not lead to licensure in secondary education. GRE or MAT is required. Admission decisions are based on several criteria including GPA (undergraduate and any graduate work) and GRE or MAT scores.

Please visit the department's web site for complete admission details.

When you apply, please select "Secondary Education - Instructional Technology (MSEd)" in ODU's graduate application.

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You may be able to take up to four courses (12 credit hours) as a non-degree graduate student, before you are accepted into a specific degree program.

Please contact us to discuss this option with an expert advisor.

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