Master of Education Higher Education: Instructional Design and Technology
Develop Dynamic Learning Environments with Our Master’s in Education Degree in Higher Education – Instructional Design and Technology
Postsecondary teachers play a vital role in a young adult’s life. If you are passionate about helping students reach their highest potential in the ever-changing education environment, Liberty University’s Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Higher Education – Instructional Design and Technology may be right for you!
At Liberty University, we believe in our students — just like you. That’s why we work hard to develop reasonably priced and academically rigorous programs that produce educators and school leaders who model high academic, moral, and spiritual standards before their peers. We also believe that earning your degree should be affordable, which is why our 100% online M.Ed. degrees are now specially priced at just $430 per credit hour for full-time students.
We know that you value your education and want it to be worth the effort you put into it. Our flexible and affordable Master of Education in Higher Education – Instructional Design and Technology degree is available 100% online and emphasizes a balance between theory, research, and hands-on training.
What Will You Study in Our Master’s in Higher Education – Instructional Design and Technology Online Program
- Design management in distance education
- Economics and financing of higher education
- Foundations of educational technology
- Strategies for instructional improvement
In this program, you can learn how to design, develop, and evaluate digital and hybrid learning experiences in higher education settings. You’ll explore how to integrate instructional technology thoughtfully to support learners and instructors, consider how to manage and administer online courses, and assess how effectively learning tools and platforms are performing. You’ll also examine how social, political, and economic forces shape higher education, how to support student retention and services, and how to align technology with institutional goals and ethical standards.
Potential Career Opportunities for M.Ed. in Higher Education – Instructional Design and Technology Graduates
- Chief learning officer
- Course design manager
- Curriculum specialist
- Director of center for teaching and learning
- Director of instructional technology
- Education program manager
- Learning and development project manager
Master of Education – Higher Education Program Highlights
As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.
Here’s what sets us apart:
- Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked as Niche.com’s #2 Best College Campus in America for 2026 – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your online institutional design and technology degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- While other colleges are increasing their tuition, we have lowered our tuition for our Master of Arts in Teaching and Master of Education programs. At $430 per credit hour for full time, Liberty University’s M.Ed. online is available at one of the lowest tuition rates for this degree in the country!
- Liberty University is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
Military Benefits
Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:
- Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/retirees
- Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
- Current Department of Defense employees
We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $290 per credit hour for graduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
Cited tuition rates are reflective of academic year 2025-2026. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Credit Hours
Available Online
Class Type
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Jan 19, 2026
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
