Program Overview

Educational Innovation, Technology, and Entrepreneurship (MEITE)

The MEITE program is a unique blend of technology, educational research, and design thinking that prepares students to shape the future of learning for the social good. Graduates leave Chapel Hill ready to design, implement, and evaluate high-impact educational innovations across sectors and evolving learning environments — bringing creative, high-impact solutions to schools, startups, nonprofits, and beyond.

Program Overview

• Degree: Master of Arts
• Program Benefits:
  • Build skills in design thinking, edtech, entrepreneurship, and professional practices
  • Customize your degree by choosing from four specialized concentrations
  • Connect rigorous coursework with internships at industry-leading organizations
  • Receive $1,000 in funding to collaborate with thought leaders at professional conferences
  • Experience cutting-edge technologies — including generative AI, augmented reality, and data visualization — integrated into your learning
• Program Length:
  • Full-Time: 12 months
  • Part-Time: 18 – 36 months
• Credit Hours: 36
• Estimated Tuition & Fees: Tuition and fees for graduate programs at UNC–Chapel Hill are determined by the University and can be calculated on the University Cashier website.

Licensure and Career Opportunities

• Graduates who complete the Learning Engineer concentration may be eligible to apply for an Instructional Technology Specialist license through the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.
• Best For: Individuals who wish to acquire new technological skills, identify emerging opportunities, and pursue careers in the field of educational innovation and technology.

Curriculum and Courses

The MEITE program offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes coursework in design thinking, edtech, entrepreneurship, and professional practices. Students can customize their degree by choosing from four specialized concentrations.

Career Preparation

The MEITE program prepares students for careers in educational innovation and technology, including roles in schools, startups, nonprofits, and industry-leading organizations. Students have the opportunity to connect with thought leaders in the field and receive funding to collaborate with professionals at conferences.

Student Work and Success Stories

• MEITE internships expand students’ horizons, providing opportunities for students to work with industry-leading organizations and apply their skills in real-world settings.
• Students create resources to help teachers incorporate new technology instruction standards, demonstrating the program's focus on practical application and social impact.
• Alumni have gone on to develop innovative educational technologies, such as online professional development programs and communities of practice, showcasing the program's emphasis on entrepreneurship and innovation.