Master in Educational/Instructional Technology (Master's)

Tuition is Tuition rates vary based on residency and program type; specific rates are available in the Graduate Fees section of the website., while applications for the Jan 2027 intake are open until Nov 15, 2026.

This on-campus and online program is offered full-time or part-time over a typical duration of two years. Students engage in coursework focused on designing and implementing effective learning experiences using technology. The program emphasizes practical application through projects and real-world instructional design challenges. It is structured around a cohort model with scheduled classes and collaborative learning.

Focus areas include Instructional Design, Learning Technology Integration, Educational Media Development, Technology-Enhanced Learning Environments.

The program requires 36 credits, distributed across core courses, electives, and a capstone project. All students complete a culminating project that demonstrates applied knowledge in learning design.

Graduates work as instructional designers, e-learning developers, training specialists, and educational technology coordinators in schools, universities, and corporate training departments.

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale. Required materials include an online application, official transcripts, and a statement of purpose not exceeding two pages. An admissions interview may be required if the application is unclear.

The programme totals about 36 credit hours. On-campus and online, full-time or part-time, typically two years. For international students, tuition is above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 75% of applicants.

Winthrop University has grown into a comprehensive institution serving students through undergraduate majors and graduate programs. Its academic options cover a wide range of interests, with courses available on campus, online and in hybrid formats. Students can shape their studies around their goals, whether beginning college or continuing their education.

The university’s campus is in Rock Hill, South Carolina, and its student experience combines academic study with athletics and extracurricular activities. Winthrop Athletics includes 16 NCAA Division I teams competing in the Big South Conference. Club and hybrid sports also form part of campus life, including esports, cornhole and a women’s flag football team scheduled to launch in the fall. Convocation serves as a welcoming ceremony for new and transfer students at the start of the academic year.

International students should begin with the admissions process, where they can find information about enrollment, financial aid, academic programs and student life. The admissions team provides guidance for students considering campus-based or online study. A 14-to-1 student-to-faculty ratio supports close academic contact, while the university’s range of majors and flexible course formats allows students to match their education with their interests and circumstances.