Master of Education in Learning, Design, and Technology—Instructional Design & Development

Credit and Transfer

Total Hours Required to Earn Degree:  36 (credit hours)

Maximum Hours Transferable into Program:  6

Admission Requirements

Students are admitted in the fall, spring, and summer semesters. All students holding a bachelor's degree from an institution accredited by the proper regional accrediting association are eligible to apply to the Instructional Design program. The Graduate School will accept test scores as valid for 5 years (specifically, until September 15 following the 5th anniversary of the testing date). Applicants need to be fluent in basic computer skills and have proficient English language communication skills.

1. Application – Submit the Graduate School Admissions online.  Application fee: $75 Domestic/$100 International (waived for US veterans).
2. Select Campus - Online
3. Select Intended Program - MED, Learning, Design, and Technology (Career and info Studies)[MED_LEDT_ONL] 
4. Select Area of Emphasis - Instructional Design and Development 
5. Entrance Exam Scores – Have official entrance exam scores sent to the UGA Graduate School by the testing service. Specify UGA as the recipient of the scores, institutional code for ETS reporting: 5813 
   1. GRE or MAT
   2. International applicants must also submit TOEFL or IELTS scores.
6. Résumé or curriculum vita – Upload to the Graduate School application.
7. Statement of Purpose –  Submit a one-page statement of purpose online to the Graduate School. The statement of intent should clarify the candidate's relevant background, interests, and goals in relation to the program.
8. Transcripts – Upload unofficial transcripts from all institutions attended to the Graduate School application. Send official transcripts after you are offered admission.
9. Letters of Recommendation – Submit three letters of recommendation online to graduate school. Letters should be from individuals who can evaluate the applicant’s scholarly ability and potential for success in a graduate program. Preferably at least two of them are from faculty who have instructed the applicant in a previous program of study. The application will prompt your recommenders to submit their letters electronically.

*The Learning, Design, and Technology program can request a waiver of the GRE or MAT on your behalf if you satisfy one of the following conditions:

• You have earned an undergraduate degree from an accredited institution in a related discipline with at least a 3.0 GPA, have a minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience, and have a well-written statement of purpose. We are seeking individuals who possess the perspective, intellectual capacity, and drive and determination to successfully complete the LDT program.

• You have earned an undergraduate degree from an accredited institution and hold, in good standing, a credential relevant to your intended field, for example, the Certified Professional Learning and Performance (CPLP) credential from the Association for Talent Development.

• You have completed a minimum of 6-9 credits of graduate coursework at a regionally accredited college or university in a related field with a 3.5 GPA or higher.

• You have successfully completed a minimum of six credits of coursework in the eLearning Design non-degree graduate certificate at UGA.

• You have previously earned a graduate degree in a related field.

Application Deadlines