by our College Data Analytics TeamIn the latest year, 298 U.S. colleges awarded 9,479 degrees and certificates in Educational/Instructional Technology. Master’s degrees are the most popular award, at 93% of graduates. College Factual ranks 139 schools in its 2027 Best Educational/Instructional Technology Schools ranking and compares their cost in a Best Value ranking. Graduates earn a median $64,369 one year after completing, rising to $73,381 after four years.
A degree in Educational/Instructional Technology explores Educational/instructional Technology. A Program That Focuses On Integrating Technology Into Educational Curricula. Includes Instruction In Foundations Of Educational Technology, Computer Applications, Utilizing Technology For Assessment, Multimedia Instruction, Web-Based Instruction, Distance Education, And Designing And Producing Educational Software And Materials. Examples: [Advanced Learning Technologies].
Source: IPEDS 2025; College Scorecard July 2026; BLS; O*NET; College Factual rankings 2027. Data as of: July 2026.
In the U.S., educational/instructional technology is a widely-pursued major, with 9,479 degrees awarded annually. 298 colleges award educational/instructional technology degrees, an average of 32 graduates per school; the largest program awarded 2,262.
By level, the 9,479 awards include 94 certificates, 115 associate degrees, 174 bachelor’s degrees, 8,791 master’s degrees and 303 doctorates.
Women earned 76% of educational/instructional technology degrees and certificates in the latest year (7,239 of 9,479). The largest groups of graduates by race and ethnicity are White (5,715) and Hispanic or Latino (1,094), and international students earned 518.
College Factual ranks 139 schools in its 2027 Best Educational/Instructional Technology Schools ranking, including 2 for associate degrees, 6 for bachelor’s degrees, 118 for master’s degrees and 9 for doctorates. It also ranks educational/instructional technology schools within 31 states. In all, 298 colleges offer educational/instructional technology programs; compare them by degree level below or in the Best Value Educational/Instructional Technology Colleges ranking, which weighs quality against cost.
The most common educational/instructional technology credential is the master’s degree: 8,791 of the 9,479 awarded in the latest year. Jobs related to educational/instructional technology call most for Speaking, Instructing and Learning Strategies, and for knowledge of Education and Training, English Language and Customer and Personal Service, according to O*NET. The most important abilities are Written Comprehension, Oral Expression and Written Expression.
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How long an educational/instructional technology degree takes:
| Degree | Typical Program Length | Graduates Annually |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate | Varies | 94 |
| Associate Degree | 2 years | 115 |
| Bachelor’s Degree | 4 years | 174 |
| Master’s Degree | 1-3 years | 8,791 |
| Doctorate | At least 4 years | 303 |
Master’s degree is the most common level of education among workers in jobs related to educational/instructional technology, at 45.9%.
| Level of Education | Percentage of Workers |
|---|---|
| Master’s degree | 45.9% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 35.9% |
| Post-master’s certificate | 7.5% |
| First professional degree | 2.7% |
| Associate’s degree (or other 2-year) | 2.6% |
| Some college courses | 2.3% |
| High school diploma or equivalent | 2.1% |
| Postsecondary certificate | 0.5% |
| Post-baccalaureate certificate | 0.4% |
| Doctoral degree | 0.3% |
Source: O*NET Online.
3 occupations are related to Educational/Instructional Technology, with an average median salary of $57,081; the strongest outlook belongs to Training and Development Specialists, at 11.3% projected job growth. Typical job titles include Course Developer, Courseware Developer, Curriculum Developer and Instructional Technologist.
The occupation related to educational/instructional technology with the most projected jobs is Instructional Coordinators, at 1,448,345.
| Occupation | Projected Jobs | Expected Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Instructional Coordinators | 1,448,345 | -1.3% |
| Training and Development Specialists | 622,945 | 11.3% |
| Librarians and Media Collections Specialists | 298,768 | 9.4% |
Educational/Instructional Technology graduates earn a median $64,369 one year after completing their program, $73,381 after four years and $68,537 after five years, according to the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
| Years Out | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $64,369 |
| 4 years | $73,381 |
| 5 years | $68,537 |
Source: College Scorecard.
The highest-paying occupation related to educational/instructional technology is Librarians and Media Collections Specialists, with a median salary of $67,096.
| Occupation | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Librarians and Media Collections Specialists | $67,096 |
| Training and Development Specialists | $63,210 |
| Instructional Coordinators | $40,936 |
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