Educational Technology MA
- Master's Degree
Online Master’s for Education Technology
Are you an educator who wants to use technology to transform learning? Our online Educational Technology Master of Arts will give you the skills to improve teaching and learning. You can earn your degree online in just two years.
This degree will help you apply technology to your teaching, whether you are a licensed teacher or you wish to teach in other contexts. It does not lead to initial teacher licensure.
What You’ll Learn
You’ll learn how to use technology to create better learning experiences for students. Our classes will teach you:
- How to design learning plans that build creativity and critical thinking.
- The principles of research and design.
- How to use technology in education and training, from a global point of view.
- Teaching with Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tools.
You’ll work closely with top teachers and work on unique, applied projects. You can also explore your own research interests.
Educational Technology Trends & Resources
Educational Technology Program Coordinator Matthew Farber writes on many educational technology topics. Read about topics like game-based learning and social-emotional learning.
- The Well-Read Game: On Playing Thoughtfully, by Tracy Fullerton and Matthew Farber.
- See Farber’s articles on Edutopia.org.
Your Career in Education Technology
Drive Innovation in a Variety of Jobs
You’ll be ready for a variety of jobs, including:
- Educator: Innovate your teaching at schools, colleges and businesses. Roles include Educational Technology Specialist, Instructional Technology Coach, Media or Technology Resource Teacher, STEM/STEAM Program Coordinator and District Educational Technology Director.
- Instructional/Curriculum Designer: Design how people learn.
- Developer: If you are a developer, you will be able to design for better learning outcomes. An example is working as a Technology Integration Specialist.
- Consultant: Help schools and businesses use technology better. Roles include Online Learning Coordinator and Digital Learning Coordinator.
Course of Study
Focused Online Learning
This master’s degree is designed for working educators and professionals. Finish in two years.
- Courses are scheduled so that you can take one course at a time, but still complete two courses per term.
- Fall and spring term courses are eight weeks each, and Summer term courses are six weeks each.
To see specific course offerings, visit the current students page for this program.
Meet Faculty and Fellow Students
Though this is a fully online program, education technology conferences are a great place to meet your instructors and fellow students. Contact the Program Coordinator for details.
Courses and Requirements
This is a 30-credit master’s degree program.
You can concentrate toward a preferred specialty, or develop a broad base across innovation, pedagogical integration and instructional design.
Transfer Credit
If you have taken graduate courses that align with program courses, you can request transfer credit. Approved transfer credit can reduce the cost of completing this program. Program faculty will review your transfer credit to confirm that it matches course content and objectives. See the full graduate transfer credit policy for details.
Graduate Certificate Option
Educational Technology - Innovative Pedagogy Graduate Certificate
You can also choose to pursue a graduate certificate, either on its own or declared en route to this master’s degree.
Have Questions? Get in Touch!
Dalton Chamberlin
Enrollment Counselor
Heng-Yu Ku
Program Coordinator
Tuition Rate
Simple Per-Credit Tuition Rate
You pay the same rate whether you are in-state or out-of-state.
Per Credit
Rate for the 2025-26 academic year (fall, spring and summer terms).*
No Student / Technology Fees
Certain courses, e.g., field experiences, may include course fees to support added services and materials.
*Tuition for the 2026-27 academic year will be decided mid-June 2026.
Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP): UNC provides a health insurance plan to all degree-seeking graduate students who are enrolled in 6 or more credits for a term. If you have comparable insurance coverage, and do not want to be charged for SHIP coverage, you can opt out of this plan. Please visit the UNC Student Health Insurance pages for more information.
Estimates of additional costs: For the purposes of determining financial aid, UNC follows Colorado Department of Higher Education (CDHE) and federal guidelines to develop an estimated, average Cost of Attendance (budget) for different student classifications. For your personal tuition estimates, we recommend using the program-specific tuition information above. But UNC’s official Cost of Attendance/Student Budgets page can help you identify other estimated expenses for which you may be responsible while completing your program.
Federal Financial Aid
Degree-seeking students are encouraged to apply for federal financial aid. Master’s degree students need to be enrolled in a minimum of 5 credits per academic term for financial aid eligibility. Full-time enrollment is based on 9 credits per term.
You will complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The UNC Applying for Aid page provides important dates, including the release date and deadline for each academic year (a Fall-Spring-Summer cycle which begins each August).
- Late FAFSA submissions are still accepted throughout the academic year, but you may not be considered for the maximum amount of aid.
- If the priority deadline has passed for the upcoming/current school year, we encourage you to apply for FAFSA consideration as soon as you enroll for your first courses.
- Depending on the time of year, you may be able to submit an application for the current academic year and an early/priority application for the following academic year.
You can also find helpful information in the Federal Student Aid Resources.
Program Eligibility
General Admission Requirements
- Possess a baccalaureate degree from an institutionally accredited college or university.
- Have a grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 or better, on a 4.00 point scale, for the most recent degree earned or current degree in progress.
- If you are in the process of completing a previous degree or have special GPA considerations, please read the specific requirements for this program type.
- Note: the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) is NOT required for graduate school admission.
Eligibility for Out-of-State Students
Eligibility by State
UNC can offer distance learning in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and the major U.S. territories. We check for changes in state rules as needed. Some states may have extra rules for internships, clinical placements, and student teaching. Visit the State Authorization page to learn more.
International Student Eligibility
You are eligible to apply: We accept international students to online UNC programs. We can’t guarantee that our programs meet distance education requirements for every country. Before you apply, check your country’s policies and regulations. You should not apply if you live in a country that is subject to U.S. sanctions.
No student visa: Students in online UNC programs do not need to come to the United States. You will not get a student visa or receive any immigration documentation. You do not need to provide financial documentation when applying.
You will need to provide proof of your English language ability or complete the UNC Intensive English Program. Please visit the International Admissions page for information about:
- Minimum English language requirements
- Applying as an international student
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Are You Ready to Apply?
Thank you for your interest in this UNC program! Here are some elements you can check to be sure you are eligible and ready to apply to this program.
Program Eligibility
See the Program Eligibility section above.
International Applicants
Please see the International Student Eligibility section above to check your eligibility for this program.
Recommended Application Deadlines
Our goal is to make it easy for you to start this continuous enrollment program. Because this program features some coursework that begins in the middle of the traditional semesters, there are multiple options for starting the program.
For the best possible admission, enrollment and orientation experience, we recommend that you complete your application by these dates, which are approximately 30 days before the start of each term:
- Summer term: April 15
- Fall term: July 15
- Spring term: Dec. 15
- Middle of a term: contact the Admission Coach to discuss options and deadlines!
You can still apply after these dates, but if the date has passed please contact an Enrollment Counselor for support to apply and begin classes in the upcoming term. View the UNC Academic Calendar for the start dates for upcoming terms.
Application Process Details
On the application, you will choose:
- Educational Technology (M.A.)
- Start term: Fall Term (Aug.), Spring Term (Jan.) or Summer Term (May)
View the full program-specific application details in the UNC Graduate Catalog.
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