Design. Innovate. Elevate.
Earn your master's degree in Instructional Technology online from The University of Alabama.
Prepare to lead the future of learning by combining instructional design, emerging technologies and evidence-based teaching strategies. Build the skills to create engaging learning experiences that make an impact in education, business and beyond.
Where Legends Log In
With our 100% online Master of Arts in Instructional Technology program, you’ll learn how to design training models and online courses to engage learners in business, government, health care and educational environments. Students will have the opportunity to explore trends in instructional design and technology, computer-based instruction, game-based learning, project management and administrative technology.
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Earn Your Degree From a Name You Know and Rise With the Tide!
UA Online’s Master of Arts in Instructional Technology prepares you to design engaging learning experiences, integrate emerging technologies and solve real-world learning challenges. Whether you work in education, business, healthcare or government, you’ll gain practical skills you can apply immediately.
Designed for working professionals, this flexible, 100% online program allows you to balance graduate school with your career and personal commitments while earning your degree.
UA Online Is Affordable
It’s not only the place where legends are made — it’s where opportunity meets affordability.
$239.25 average savings per credit hour*
*Tuition rates found in 2026 U.S. News & World Report rankings.
We believe a quality education should be within reach for every learner. UA Online offers the same tuition rate across every state with no hidden fees. Many College of Education online students also qualify for tuition support.
First Class Free Tuition Grants
Our grants cover the tuition cost of your first class. Find out if you qualify and let us show you why UA Online is your best choice in higher education.
Designed for UA alumni returning to earn their next degree with UA Online.
Benefitting prospective students referred by a UA Online student or alum.
Supporting faculty and staff members from Alabama or partner community colleges enrolling in a UA Online degree program.
Exclusive scholarships are available for distance students only.
You must meet the grant’s specific requirements, apply by the deadline and be in your first semester in one of our online programs.
The UA Online Advantage
The Same Degree
A degree earned online from UA is identical to one earned on our main campus! The online format allows you the flexibility to meet life's other demands while you complete your degree. Graduates of our online programs are invited to participate in the same commencement ceremonies as main campus students.
A Respected University
Join a community of legends when you earn a degree from The University of Alabama. With graduates around the globe, the University has a robust alumni network who will greet you with that familiar "Roll Tide" when they find out you're part of the family.
Military Friendly
Our Military Tuition Grant covers tuition costs not paid by military tuition assistance for active-duty military, National Guard and reserve service members pursuing a degree through UA Online. The University of Alabama is a gold-level Tier 1 Research Institution Military Friendly® School, an unlimited Yellow Ribbon School and a top Veteran-Friendly School.
Student Support Services
Your success is why UA Online exists. We provide student success coaches, 24/7 tech support, access to all libraries, mental health services, trainings, workshops and more to keep you on track to achieve your goals.
Take Your Next Step
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