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Graduates of the MS Learning Design and Technology (LDT) program are ready to design and implement learning experiences that help people to improve their performance with new knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Our core curriculum includes not only the basic competencies set forth by the International Board of Standards for Training, Performance, and Instruction (IBSTPI) but also the advanced and managerial competencies that prepare our graduates to assume senior roles.
Our fully online courses teach students to analyze and evaluate learning technologies, programs, and trends; collaborate with business leaders and subject matter experts; design and implement new learning solutions; and manage projects throughout their entire life cycles.
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- Courses are offered in a convenient, part-time asynchronous format.
- An optional e-learning graduate certificate is built into the curriculum.
- Our School of Education is ranked 59 out of 392 schools of Education by U.S. News & World Report .
- Out competetive tuition makes our top-rated education available to more students.
Though you don't need to hold a specific undergraduate degree to succeed in the program, applicants tend to have degrees in the behavioral, informational, or social sciences; business; or education.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports the position of training and development specialist is projected to grow 9% by 2028—faster than the average of all occupations.
Our graduates are prepared to work in a variety of jobs across a range of industries. Possible future roles include UX designers, e-learning developers, and learning designers.
According to the BLS, the largest employers of training development specialists are found in the following sectors:
- professional, scientific, and technical services (13%)
- health care and social assistance (12%)
- educational services (11%)
- finance and insurance (11%)
- administrative and support services (7%)
MS in Learning Design and Technology
Required Courses
Total credits: 30
MS in Learning Design and Technology with E-learning Certificate
Upon completion of the above 30 credits, you will be eligible to graduate with BOTH the MS in LDT and the E-Learning Graduate Certificate. If this is your goal, talk to your advisor to ensure that the E-Learning Certificate is added to your program of study.
Fall Semester
(classes starting in August) |
Spring Semester
(classes starting in January) |
Summer Semester
(classes starting in May, June, or July) |
Priority*: April 1
Space Available: August 17 |
Priority*: November 1
Space Available: December 15 |
Priority*: February 1
Space Available: May 1 |
For more information and to apply, visit the admissions website.
* Priority deadline ensures consideration for the intended semester as well as financial aid options for students. Programs will continue to review applications until at capacity. Some programs do not review applications past the priority deadline.
All application materials must be submitted through George Mason’s online graduate application. In addition to meeting general university admissions requirements, applicants will need to provide the requirements below.
To be considered for graduate studies, the following items are evaluated during the admission review process:
- Graduate application and fee
- 750- to 1,000-word written statement of your goals and interest in the program
- Current resume
- Two letters of recommendation: Applicants should follow the instructions included in the online application to submit the recommendation forms directly to their recommenders. Mason does not accept paper recommendations. Recommendations should be professional or academic in nature.
- Transcripts from all previous institutions attended in the United States. Please refer to the Office of Graduate Admissions information page for specific requirements regarding uploading unofficial transcripts.
- Applicants with transcripts from institutions outside of the United States could have additional requirements. Please refer to the How To Apply page for specific requirements about submitting international transcripts, evaluations, and English language proficiency.
Admission to graduate programs at George Mason University is competitive. Applicants are evaluated on the strength of their academic backgrounds, results of standardized exams (if required by the program), work experience, and any additional evidence of potential success in the program. Faculty admissions review is a holistic review of requirements as well as the applicant’s potential academic and professional success upon completion of the program.
At a minimum all admitted students must have:
- An earned baccalaureate from a regionally accredited institution of higher education, or international equivalent, verified from official transcripts. Expectation of an earned baccalaureate prior to the first day of classes for the term for which the student is applying will also meet this requirement. See the graduate admissions policy for more information.
- A minimum 3.00 GPA on a 4.00 scale in baccalaureate study. Students with less than a 3.0 GPA are encouraged to apply, addressing previous academic challenges and highlighting evidence for future success in their goal statement.
- International students should reference Admission of International Students for additional requirements.
| TUITION CLASSIFICATION |
COST PER CREDIT |
| Virginia resident |
$805.00 |
| Non-Virginia resident |
$805.00 |
| Distance learning fee |
$35.00 |
| Total cost for Virginia residents per credit |
$840.00 |
| Total cost for non-Virginia residents per credit |
$840.00 |
Graduate new student fee
(non-refundable, one-time fee) |
$60 |
For information on loans and scholarships, visit the Office of Student Financial Aid. For information regarding grants, tuition waivers, and other merit aid, please inquire with your graduate department. Also, many school districts offer tuition reimbursement options. Speak to your employer for more information.
In order to be routed to the correct advisor, send an email to Karla Alarcon or Dr. Doug Wilson.
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