MS in Learning Design and Technology
Pursue Your Purpose Online or In Person
Designed for individuals who wish to advance their career in instructional design and technology, this Masters in Learning Design and Technology degree program features a learning format that allows students to participate in a cohort model while choosing between online or in-person options every term.
Program Benefits
Online or Hybrid Format
Our unique format allows ultimate flexibility with 100% online or in-person options every term. This model is ideal for both working professionals and full-time students.
Values Centered
Students are empowered to make a lasting impact through GSEP's core values of academic excellence, social purpose, and meaningful service.
Quick Facts
| Format: | 100% Online or Hybrid |
| Terms: | Fall, Spring |
| Location: | 100% Online, West LA |
| Length: | 15 months / 30 units |
| Tuition: | $1,425 per unit |
Comprehensive Curriculum
Our coursework includes instructional designers and technologist student support, evaluation, theory, the latest instructional technology, and many other offerings.
Immersion Experiences and Cohort Model
We provide opportunities to engage in meaningful community-building with peers and program leaders.
Pathway Toward Your Doctorate
Upon acceptance, some units will apply to your choice of GSEP's four doctoral programs.
Average Class Size
GSEP's average class size is 14 students.
No GRE, GMAT, or Other Standardized Tests
We offer an equitable admissions process that considers your experience and commitment to succeed.
Prepare to Advance Your Career
Make an impact with a Master's degree in Learning Design and Technology from a top-ranked university.
Scholarships Available
Months to Complete Program
Terms Available: Fall and Spring
Student:Faculty Ratio
Average GSEP Class Size
of the Highest-Ranked Universities in the US
Take the Next Step
Reach out to us to learn more about Pepperdine's MS in Learning Design and Technology program.
Get in Touch
Fill out the Request Information form to learn more and get in contact with an enrollment officer.
Attend an Info Session
Experience an in-depth overview and meet program leaders.
Start Your Application
Submit the application form early to meet scholarship and enrollment deadlines. It takes fewer than 15 minutes.
Deadlines
Fall Term: Priority Application Submit - Submit application form. You may be eligible to receive an additional $3,000 scholarship.
Curriculum Overview
In this 30-unit MS program, you will experience well-rounded and comprehensive courses focused on preparing future instructional designers and technologists in program design, evaluation, theory, the latest instructional technology, and other relevant and valuable perspectives.
Learning culminates in a capstone integration experience that includes class instruction with essential hands-on practice. Under the direction of skilled faculty-practitioners, the project incorporates either a scholarly paper, product design, or training program.
Program Details
New cohorts begin every September and January. The cohort model is designed to build upon leadership skills, support, and lifelong relationships with colleagues.
Most courses are completed 100% online with synchronous and asynchronous sessions. One Saturday/Sunday weekend of classes is taken each term with the flexibility to participate online or in person.
An initial welcome immersion experience occurs on Saturday and Sunday at the beginning of the first term on the West Los Angeles and/or Malibu campuses. Attendance is highly recommended but not required.
Expand Your Career Possibilities
This MS degree program provides the knowledge, skills, and support needed to reach your potential in various settings, including Pre-K to 12 schools, colleges and universities, online program management entities, staff training, corporations, and many types of organizations in the non-profit, private, and public sectors.
Graduates are prepared for leadership with many career options in positions such as an instructional and learning designer or developer, technologist, director of learning strategies, educational consultant, teacher or professor, and other related roles.
Employment demand is high with a favorable projected job growth. As a graduate, you will be prepared to increase your earning potential, drive organizational change, and help make a lasting difference for students and educational institutions.
Scholarships & Financial Aid
Pepperdine GSEP generously offers over $6,000,000 in scholarships every year, with the majority of students receiving financial assistance. There are numerous scholarship opportunities that are both merit and need-based in addition to discounts for meeting application deadlines.
GSEP welcomes federal and state aid eligibility and veteran benefits which may further reduce tuition cost.
The Financial Aid Office is available to answer questions and help you navigate funding your education at GSEP through numerous scholarship, grant, loan, and other opportunities.
Alumni and Faculty Spotlight
"What I loved most was how well it prepared me to transition careers. That was my number one goal coming in. I wanted to go into either instructional design or something with technology and learning. I’m very passionate about it, but I didn’t know how to do that. I didn’t have the skills to transition there. So what I loved about the program is that it gave me those skills." - Elias Saade (MS '20), Alumnus
What Our Students Are Saying
"I worked as a teacher and wanted to make a career change. I was looking at all these programs and all these schools, and I attended many info sessions from schools all over, but none of them stuck out to me like Pepperdine did. I think the reason it stuck out to me so much was because of the care that was put into it."
Elias Saade
"I noticed that that dynamic is not just the typical professor/student relationship that you would find in a traditional setting but rather is one of a mentor; it's a mentorship and a coach. So not only are you getting the academic side of things, but you are also getting a more personal approach towards your own goals."
Ernesto Santiago Elizondo
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