30-36 credits
The Master of Science in Historic Preservation offers students from diverse undergraduate backgrounds a solid academic foundation and preparation necessary for professional careers in historic preservation. Graduates of the program enter a wide variety of positions in public/governmental, non-profit, and private organizations. Students receive a strong academic foundation matched with field experience working closely with community partners. The program prepares professionals qualified to handle the complex issues arising in today’s preservation fields.
Track 1:
A one-year program, consisting of a minimum of 30 graduate credits. This concentration is for students who already have demonstrated professional experience (e.g., minimum of two years of professional preservation practice) or who have achieved a minimum 3.0 GPA in previous academic experience in preservation an undergraduate historic preservation minor or major from an accredited college or university). The director of the graduate program in historic preservation will qualify applicants.
Degree requirements
600-level electives approved by the MSHP director, 3 credits
Track 2:
A one-year (or 3 semesters) program, consisting of a minimum of 36 graduate credits intended for students with an undergraduate degree in any area.
Degree requirements
Electives approved by the MSHP director, 9 credits
1 general elective
2 electives at the 600-level