Combine Your Passions for Technology and Education
Discover how you can make the classroom a more welcoming and creative space. Offered fully online, our flexible program teaches you the latest technological trends in education. Learn how to integrate technology into the elementary, middle school, high school or college classroom. While here, you’ll investigate how technology supports teaching and develop strategic plans for integrating technology. Our comprehensive program prepares you for a wide range of careers. From the classrooms to libraries to technology directors’ offices, you’ll be ready to address the ever-changing needs of our students.
1 year
No foreign language credits required
30 hours
No thesis required

Master of Education/Master of Science in Educational Technology-Leadership (ETLD) :: PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS
What you will learn
A master’s degree in Educational Technology-Leadership will offer you the opportunity to:
- Learn how to create digital learning experiences, such as games and simulations
- Implement the latest research practices in technology integration
- Apply teaching methods that foster critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills
- Develop an electronic portfolio showcasing your philosophy, informed decision-making, communication skills and digital learning designs

Master of Education/Master of Science in Educational Technology-Leadership (ETLD) :: Course Delivery and Resources

Course Delivery
Our master’s degree in Educational Technology Leadership is designed for current educators and working professionals. At A&M-Commerce, you can complete your degree in as little as a year. Choose any four electives to customize your program.
Graduate Program Cost
PROGRAM COSTS
Tuition and fees for graduate students taking nine credit hours are $3,594 for Texas residents and $6,897 for non-residents.
Educational Technology Leadership :: Course Offerings
Course Offerings
Summer I
- ETEC 524: Intro to Ed Tech
- ETEC 527: Web 2.0 Tools
Summer II
- ETEC 528 or ETEC 591
- OLT 595: Research Methods
Fall
- ETEC 526: Games and Simulations
- ETEC 568 or ETEC 593
Spring
- ETEC 562: Apply Instructional Tech
- ETEC 594: Inquiry-based Methods
Summer I
- ETEC 579: Implementation of Tech Programs
- ETEC 596: Capstone
Master of Education/Master of Science in Educational Technology-Leadership (ETLD) :: Program Admission Requirements
Deadlines
Applications are accepted throughout the year.
Note: This program is not available to international students.
Your Path to Becoming a Lion
Step 1. Submit Application
Submit your application through ApplyTexas.
- Select “Create a new graduate school admissions application.”
- Select “Texas A&M University-Commerce (Commerce)” as your “Target University.”
- Select “Educational Technology-Leadership, MS” or “Educational Technology-Leadership, MED” as your “Major”
- Pay the $50 application fee.
Wait to receive an application confirmation email before proceeding to the next step.
- After you submit your application, the Graduate School will send a confirmation email within two business days to the personal email account you used for ApplyTexas.
Provisional Status
After you submit your application, you may be granted provisional status, which means you can enroll in one semester of courses. You will not be eligible for financial aid until you submit all of your documents and are accepted into the program.
Step 2. Submit Documents
Submit the following documents after you receive an application confirmation email.
- Upload your documents at myLeo > Apps > Check Admissions Application Status & Test Scores or email your documents to your graduate coordinator, [email protected], unless otherwise specified below.
Official Transcripts
Contact your previous institution(s) and request that they send your official transcripts to [email protected].
- We recommend that you request transcripts for all of your academic work.
Postal Alternative
If your institution is unable to submit a digital copy, hard copies may be mailed to:
Texas A&M University-Commerce
Attn: Graduate School
PO Box 3011
Commerce, Texas 75429-3011
We will need official/original documents. If those documents are the only copies you have, the Graduate School can mail them back to you upon request. Contact [email protected] for more information.
Statement of Goals
Describe your preparation for graduate work, your academic interests and goals in no more than 500 words.
Resume or CV
Submit a resume or curriculum vitae (CV) which includes your academic and professional history and achievements.
Test Scores
You do not need to submit GRE scores if you have:
- a completed bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited university with a 3.0 GPA overall or higher
- a completed master’s degree from a regionally accredited university with a 3.0 GPA overall or higher
- Current Texas Teacher or Principal Certificate
- Request that your GRE®scores be sent to Texas A&M University-Commerce (6188) when you register for the test. If you have already taken the GRE®, you can order additional score reports.
Look for application updates in myLeo > Apps > Check Application Status
- Once an admission decision has been made, you will receive an email to your student email account at myLeo > Apps > Leomail.
Step 3. Apply for Financial Assistance
- Apply for FAFSA and TAFSA financial aid through the state and federal governments during the admission application process. Use code 003565.
- Apply for outside scholarships once you are admitted to A&M-Commerce.
- Check your financial aid and scholarship info through myLeo > Student Resources > Financial Aid Information.
Step 4. Register for Classes
Once registration opens and you are eligible to enroll, your graduate enrollment specialist is here to help you complete registration.
- View your degree plan in DegreeWorks.
- View the Schedule of Classes.
- To register for classes, go to myLeo > Student Resources > Registration Menu.
Contact your graduate enrollment specialist if you have any questions regarding your degree plan and registration.
Frequently Asked Questions
Master of Education/Master of Science in Educational Technology-Leadership (ETLD) :: Staff
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Contact Us
- Department of Higher Education and Learning Technologies
- 903.886.5618