M.S.Ed. in Learning and Developmental Sciences – Learning Sciences Track
A Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Learning Sciences from Indiana University will prepare you for a wide range of opportunities in education, informal & open learning, training, and entry-level research.
As an interdisciplinary Learning Sciences program, we draw from research and practice in a wide range of fields. These include cognitive science, computing, artificial intelligence, educational psychology, and educational technology. You will have some flexibility in designing your experience in the M.S. program. You will select from exciting courses in cognition, learning, motivation, assessment, design, inclusion, research methods, and more while gaining expertise around individually chosen goals. In some courses, you will design innovative solutions to new and enduring challenges in learning.
Our renowned faculty will provide individualized mentoring to ensure you complete the courses and projects needed to succeed in fast-changing learning contexts. We will provide students who choose to complete a thesis the support they need to complete an impressive project. Students who wish to continue their studies will be well prepared for PhD programs at Indiana University and beyond.
Starting Semester
Deadline
Fall
May 1
Spring
Nov 1
Summer
Mar 1
International students are encouraged to apply early to allow extra time for their materials to arrive.
The Graduate Studies Office will accept unofficial transcripts and self-reported test scores for admission reviews. Any admission made with these documents would be conditioned on receipt of official documents, which should be provided as soon as possible.
If you are currently enrolled or have applied in the past year, you are eligible for a reduced application fee of $35.
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Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
Minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.75 out of 4.00
Completed online application that includes:
Personal statement
Resume (required from international students only)
Three letters of recommendation
GRE scores
Minimum 79 TOEFL score
or minimum 6.5 IELTS score
or minimum 115 Duolingo score (international students only)
*Does not include all fees, which will vary depending on the number of credits enrolled. Find more information and calculate your expected costs at
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educational benefits.