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Master's Degree & Certification
Instructional Technology (MEd)
The online master of education program in instructional technology prepares you for a rewarding career integrating technology into learning programs at the K–12, higher education, and professional training levels.
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Credits
Master's: 30
Certification: 30
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Explore the Instructional Technology MEd & Certification
The online master of education (MEd) program in instructional technology prepares you for a rewarding career integrating technology into learning programs at the K–12, higher education, and professional training levels.
You’ll learn to harness the power of technology through online classes and training programs, leading to the ultimate goal of facilitating effective teaching and learning through technology.
Online Program Options
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All classes are held online—optimal for working professionals and busy people. You'll join fellow students in a professional learning environment that fosters community and the sharing of knowledge and prior work experience.
You can enroll full or part time and complete your degree on your own timetable—finishing in as little as one year with our accelerated option or spread out over a maximum of six years.
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Why study Instructional Technology at Widener?
A Highly Ranked Online Learning Community
Widener's online programs ranked 4th on a list of the best online colleges and universities in Pennsylvania based on program strength and affordability. As an online student, you will receive many support resources, including a personal student services coordinator, 24/7 tech support, financial aid advisors, and career services.
Exciting Opportunities
You will have opportunities to participate and engage in the field of emerging educational technologies while you develop skills to lead change in your school, district, or workplace.
Mentoring Relationships & Individualized Attention
Choosing Widener’s instructional technology program is an investment in you—your education, your career, and your future. You'll benefit from close mentoring relationships with your professors and advisors.
The Widener Reputation Advantage
The advantage of Widener's online program is that it culminates in a degree from a Pennsylvania university with an "on the ground" campus. This is important for your long-term advancement because many school boards do not recognize or value schools that operate solely online.
Clubs & Organizations
Instructional Technology majors have the opportunity to join various clubs and organizations across and outside of campus to expand their network, including Kappa Delta Pi, and many more.
Our Faculty
"My philosophy for teaching graduate courses in educational leadership revolves around the importance of integrating theory and practice. I believe my courses need to be grounded in research and theory related to students' particular areas of study, and also provide opportunities for students to apply that research and theory to practice."
"I have authored or co-authored 15 publications in top-tier education journals and am honored to be a highly rated online professor of Widener students."
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Admissions & Aid
Our admissions and financial aid teams are here to support you every step of the way. Have a question? Ask away!
Admissions Information
- Completed online application
- $35 application fee
- Official transcripts from all previous graduate and undergraduate programs
- Two letters of recommendation from colleagues, supervisors, or college professors
- Interview with a faculty advisor
- Personal statement:
- Please describe your experiences as an educational leader, what you hope to gain from advanced studies, and a brief description of your current dissertation research interests
Additional requirements for dissertation completion students:
- Resume or CV
- For your two letters of recommendation:
- At least one letter must be from a faculty member in the student's former program, preferably from the dissertation chair or academic advisor. Letter must indicate that the student was in good academic standing when they left the program.
- Letters must address the student's writing ability, academic ability, and work ethic
- For your official transcripts:
- Include transcripts with master's degree conferral
- Students must have earned a minimum GPA of 3.0 in their former doctoral programs
- Academic writing sample, such as a current draft of the student's dissertation or a paper
- Writing sample must be at least 10 pages long
- Personal statement indicating the following:
- The student's research interests
- The current status of the student's dissertation
- Widener faculty the student is interested in working with as Dissertation Chair
We have rolling admissions, so you may enter the program in any semester.
Financial Aid
Paths to Savings
85% of Full-Time Grad Students Receive Aid
Simply apply to Widener and complete the financial aid process to be automatically considered for scholarships and grants. Because Widener is a private institution, we are able to offer financial assistance that brings our education within reach for individuals who might otherwise not be able to afford it. You might be surprised at how much we are able to offer in assistance.
Applying For Financial Aid as a Graduate Student
In order to receive your part of the financial aid pie, all you have to do is submit your FAFSA. "FAFSA" stands for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and helps identify whether you are eligible for aid awarded by Widener, the government, and other sources.
Graduate Assistantships
Widener offers a limited number of graduate assistantships to enrolled students. GAs receive tuition assistance for their work. Once you're a student, contact your program director for more information.
Employer Discounts & Tuition Reimbursement
Widener University also partners with many local organizations and corporations to offer discounted tuition and other incentives to their employees. Don't see your company on the list? Ask them to become a partner. In addition, employers often offer educational reimbursement benefits. We encourage you to explore these opportunities and will be glad to provide any necessary documentation.
Widener Scholarships
A limited number of university-based scholarships are made available to enrolled graduate students made possible directly from our academic department or thanks to the generosity of university donors. No extra steps are needed to be taken prior to admission. Once enrolled, contact your program director to learn more.
20% Discount for Widener Alumni
(some restrictions apply)
If you graduated with a degree from Widener, you may qualify for a 20% tuition discount. The first step to see what you qualify for is to submit your application. Widener offers students many paths to savings, and while we don't offer "double discounts", we'll make sure you'll get the biggest financial benefit you're eligible for. Only students who have completed an associate's, bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree are eligible. Students who have pursued a 4+1, 4+2, or 3+3 pathway, graduate assistantship, Widener-funded scholarship, or other tuition discount may not be eligible if the financial discount granted surpasses 20%.
Program Cost
Program cost for dissertation completion students will be 12-credits minimum at the graduate tuition rate.
Center for Education
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503 East 13th Street
Chester, PA 19013
- 610-499-4345
Kat LeConey
Assistant Director of Admissions & Enrollment
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Hyatt Hall, Office #320
- (610) 499-1388
- ksleconey@widener.edu
Zora M. Wolfe
Associate Dean of the College of Health & Human Services
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Bruce Hall
Room 110
- (610) 499-4622
- zmwolfe@widener.edu