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Invest in your future with Southern Methodist University’s online Master of Science in the Learning Sciences program. Explore payment options, and financial aid resources that make advancing your education both achievable and affordable. Join a community committed to supporting your academic and professional growth.

Online Master of Science in the Learning Sciences Tuition

Fees for the online MSLS

2024-2025 Academic Year

MS in the Learning Sciences 2024-2025 Academic Year
Cost Per Credit $1,100*

*Includes $1,000 tuition/credit hour and SMU Distance Learning Fees: $100/credit hour. Tuition and costs are effective as of January 29, 2024. Tuition rates are not inclusive of textbooks and fees. Tuition and costs are subject to change and should be confirmed on the University’s official tuition listing smu.edu/EnrollmentServices/bursar/CostofAttendance/CourseFees/2023-2024.

Financial Aid

If you wish to apply for financial aid, complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid as early as possible. The Financial Aid Office at Southern Methodist University will work with you to determine options for funding university coursework based on FAFSA results. SMU's FAFSA code is 003613.

Visit the Student Financial Services website for more information.

Admissions Deadlines

Dec
13
Priority Deadline
December 13
Spring 2025
Jan
6
Final Deadline
January 6
Spring 2025
Jan
21
Class Start Date
January 21
Spring 2025

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Program Details

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Total credits
30
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Start Dates
Spring and Fall
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Program length
20-22 months
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Develop key skills that match your career goals

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Learning Analytics
Learn to harness the power of data science to illuminate learning trends, devise impactful strategies, and drive educational innovation.
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Learning and Technology Design
Discover how to employ advanced technologies like augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance learning experiences.
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Build your own specialization
Combine an assortment of Learning Analytics and Learning and Technology Design courses to complete 15 credit hours of elective courses.

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What can I do with a learning sciences degree?

The online M.S. in Learning Sciences equips students with the skills to design effective and innovative learning systems and analyze and manage complex learning data in a broad range of settings.

  • Corporate training and consulting
  • Instructional design
  • Educational technology
  • Online learning programs
  • Museum exhibit design
  • Library programming