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Ed.S. in Educational Leadership – Educational Technology & Online Learning

Champion Education & Innovation Together

Do you have a passion for research, particularly researching solutions to online education problems? Do you want to be part of discovering ways to deliver new research-based educational concepts or services to individuals, organizations, families or groups at a distance? Regent’s Education Specialist (Ed.S.) in Educational Leadership – Educational Technology & Online Learning prepares K-12, higher education and corporate educators for leadership in the area of online education. This program builds upon the principles of curriculum, instruction, assessment and evaluation with emphasis on program development and management of online learning.

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August 24, 2026
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INCREASE YOUR INFLUENCE & SALARY

Advance in leadership roles and earn a higher salary.

WIDEN YOUR JOB PROSPECTS

Enjoy rewarding opportunities in schools and communities.

BUILD AN IMPRESSIVE REPUTATION

Gain respect as a technology leader in education. Presented from a Christian worldview, the Ed.S. in Educational Leadership – Educational Technology & Online Learning is supported by award-winning faculty in Virginia Beach.

ALIGN YOURSELF WITH EXCELLENCE

Regent has been ranked among the Top National Universities by the U.S. News & World Report (2026). Our programs have also been ranked among the Top 5 Best Online Graduate Education Programs in Virginia for 3 years in a row (2023-2026). Our graduates are empowered to make a difference in lives, which has led to more than 900 alumni being recognized as Teachers of the Year in Hampton Roads since 2004.

Please complete the Request Information form on this page to learn more about this program.

On completing this Ed.S. concentration, the graduate can:

  • Design innovative instruction for online learners.
  • Integrate trends in educational technology.
  • Utilize strategic planning and program evaluation tools to improve online curriculum.

Career Opportunities

  • Educational Technology Administrator
  • Teacher/Professor
  • Online Instruction (University Level)
  • Educational Technology Consultant
$97Thousand
Median annual wage for education administrators, postsecondary U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2021
Table listing featured courses with course code, name, and credit hours.
EDCO 801Strategic Planning & Program Evaluation3
Examines strategic planning and the role of program evaluation in the planning-implementation-evaluation cycle to include the curriculum planning process. Topics include various theoretical and philosophical perspectives, alternative evaluation designs and related methodologies including collaborative action research and issues related to design, measurement and utilization. The goal is to help educators become active collaborators in the evaluation process and to give them the tools to judge the value of an evaluation. Whether the task is designing an internal evaluation of a local program, contracting for an external evaluation at the district level, or critically reviewing an evaluation report as a basis for making an administrative decision, this course offers important leadership preparation. Each student will prepare an evaluability assessment related to a self-selected educational program in his/her area of concentration. Prerequisite: a graduate level research course.
EDDE 820Instructional Design for Online Learning3
Theoretical and experiential examination of the online learning instructional design process.
EDDE 822Teaching, Learning, & Technology3
Examines theories and practices of effective teaching and learning with technology.
EDDE 830Trends in Educational Technology3
Surveys trends and developments in educational technology with a particular emphasis on their application to online learning.
EFND 726Foundations of Online Learning3
Explores foundational theories and research-based practices associated with development of online learning programs.

Students should refer to their catalog or audited degree plan (ADP) for required courses to complete their degree.

2026-27 Semester Check-In Deadlines

All students are expected to check-in for the semester two weeks before the session start date. Students should apply, be accepted, enroll in their first courses, and confirm a plan to pay for their courses prior to this date.

SessionSemester Check-InSession Start Date
Session AFriday, August 14Monday, August 24
Session MFriday, September 11Monday, September 21
Session BFriday, October 16Monday, October 26
Session CWednesday, January 6Monday, January 11
Session TFriday, January 29Monday, February 8
Session DFriday, March 5Monday, March 15
Session EFriday, April 30Monday, May 10
Session FFriday, June 11Monday, June 21

Admissions Requirements

Step 1: Apply to Regent University

Submit your application using the Regent University Online Application.

Note: If you are unable to complete our application due to a disability, please contact our Admissions Office at 757.352.4990 or admissions@regent.edu and an admissions representative will provide reasonable accommodations to assist you in completing the application.

Step 2: Submit Your Unofficial Transcripts

Submit your unofficial transcripts to regent.edu/items.

Upon submitting your application, you will receive an email requesting authorization for Regent University to obtain your official transcripts from your U.S. degree-granting institution. International transcripts must be evaluated by a NACES or NAFSA approved agency.

Step 3: Submit Your Government-Issued ID

To ensure academic integrity, Regent University requires a copy of a government-issued ID. Please submit a scanned copy or photograph of it to regent.edu/items.


Please feel free to contact the Office of Admissions at 757.352.4990 or admissions@regent.edu should you have any further questions about the application process.

Note: All items submitted as part of the application process become the property of Regent University and cannot be returned.

PART-TIME STUDENTS

DegreeTuition Cost Per Credit HourAverage Credit Hours Per SemesterAverage Tuition Per Semester
Master of Arts (M.A.)$5856$3,510
Master of Education (M.Ed.)$5856$3,510
M.S. in Library Science$7006$4,200
Educational Specialist (Ed.S.)$8206$4,920
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.)$8203$2,460
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)$8203$2,460

Full-Time Students

DegreeTuition Cost Per Credit HourAverage Credit Hours Per SemesterAverage Tuition Per Semester
Master of Arts (M.A.)$5859$5,265
Master of Education (M.Ed.)$5859$5,265
M.S. in Library Science$7009$6,300
Educational Specialist (Ed.S.)$8209$7,380
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.)$8206$4,920
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)$8206$4,920

Student Fees Per Semester

University Services Fee (On-Campus Students)$900 (Fall & Spring)
$750 (Summer)
University Services Fee (Online Students)$750

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Part-Time Students

DegreeTuition Cost Per Credit HourAverage Credit Hours Per SemesterAverage Tuition Per Semester
Master of Arts (M.A.)$5856$3,510
Master of Education (M.Ed.)$5856$3,510
M.S. in Library Science$7006$4,200
Educational Specialist (Ed.S.)$8206$4,920
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.)$8203$2,460
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)$8203$2,460

Full-Time Students

DegreeTuition Cost Per Credit HourAverage Credit Hours Per SemesterAverage Tuition Per Semester
Master of Arts (M.A.)$5859$5,265
Master of Education (M.Ed.)$5859$5,265
M.S. in Library Science$7009$6,300
Educational Specialist (Ed.S.)$8209$7,380
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.)$8206$4,920
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)$8206$4,920

Student Fees Per Semester

University Services Fee (On-Campus Students)$900 (Fall & Spring)
$750 (Summer)
University Services Fee (Online Students)$750

Military Admissions & Aid » | Cost of Attendance »

*Rates are subject to change at any time.

Faculty

Dr. Fehl-Seward is the concentration chair for Educational Technology & Online Learning and is committed to your success.

Dr. Mitzi Fehl-Seward is a seasoned professional in digital learning, technology, and education with over 30 years of experience in the field. She currently serves as an Assistant Professor and Program Director for the M.Ed. in Instructional Design and Technology, the M.Ed. in Educational Technology & Artificial Intelligence, and the Ed.S./Ed.D/Ph.D. in Educational Technology & Online Learning programs in the SOE. Her educational background includes a Ph.D. in Education from Regent University, an M.Ed. from Virginia Tech, and a bachelor’s in early childhood education from Georgia State University. Additionally, she is a Public Media Diversity Fellow at The Riley Institute at Furman University. She is the School of Education’s key asset when it comes to AI and leveraging technology.

“I just can't say enough about the program—it's everything I wanted.”
Gary Maestas, Ed.D., 2010 K-12 School Leadership
“I am grateful for Regent’s rigorous, Christ-centered Special Education program. I look forward to sharing my passion and experience with the next generation of special education teachers. I’m also excited to continue my research on educational practices utilized in public schools.”
Allisha Beerwart, Ed.D., 2018 Assistant Professor of Education, School of Education, GSW State University
“I didn’t have time to sit in the classroom, and I needed to do the work on my own time. Regent checked off all the boxes that I needed it to. The ability to be able to do things at my own pace was wonderful ... The biggest thing I took away from Regent was servant leadership. I kind of put that into my own soul.”
Ernie Stokes, Ed.S., 2018 Music Teacher, Butts Road Intermediate and Camelot Elementary
“My career has evolved over a short period of time because of my faith and the teacher preparation programs at Regent. The academic, spiritual and leadership guidance shared during my time at Regent gave me the foundation needed to excel in my field.”
Chonita Walker, M.Ed., 2011 Reading Specialist
“At Regent, I learned how to communicate with students, with colleagues, how to teach — because you can have knowledge but not know how to transfer it to others — and most importantly, how to incorporate faith into your teaching.”
Klementina Shahini, M.A. in Educational Leadership, 2003 Executive Director, Lezha Academic Center