Instructional Psychology and Technology deals with identifying and implementing improvements in instruction and understanding the principles that influence these improvements. IP&T applies these principles to solve instructional problems, which occur in educational settings, including public schools and universities, government, church, military, business, and industry. Students can select from classes in: Instructional Design and Development Research, Evaluation Educational Measurement, Assessment Students participate in department seminars, interact with other students in group projects and informal study, collaborate with faculty, participate in internship experiences, and participate in comprehensive exam projects. Graduates may take positions as faculty at colleges and universities, administer or direct other instructional designers in private or public institutions, or work as individual consultants. PhD students complete the program in 3–5 years.

Requirements: Fill out your online application Transcripts and Degrees Provide evidence of at least the equivalent of a 4 year U.S. bachelor’s as indicated by an unofficial transcript or academic record for each institution attended. GPA Self report your final degree GPA as indicated on your transcript or academic record. International applicants must convert their raw GPA to a 4.0 scale. Tests Take the appropriate entrance test as required by your program of interest and have the official scores sent to BYU. Letters of Recommendation Request letters of recommendation from previous professors or professionals. Three letters are required for all except MBA and EMBA (those require 2). Statement of Intent Describe your educational and career objectives and how graduate work will fit those goals. Resume Check the Resume section of the application to see if your program requires a resume. Other Documents Complete any additional application materials that may be required by your department. English Proficiency Requirement (Non-native English speakers only) International Visa Requirements Provide copies of current U.S. visas and passport biographic pages for yourself and any dependents that may accompany you, along with proof of finances for the duration of your program. Pay and submit your application online. Pay the $50 application fee and submit the application before the published graduate program deadline. Optional evidence: You may include one or more of these sources of evidence in your application to make the strongest case for your admission to the program. MS degree or coursework in IP&T or related field – if your MS is in a related field, please provide a description of how it relates. Record of Design-Related Work Experience – provide details such as employers, years of experience with each, and a description of the design-related work you were engaged in. Evidence of completion of the BYU Design Thinking Minor or related coursework at another university. Writing Sample – sample of academic writing that has been published or peer reviewed with a brief explanation contextualizing the sample.