Graduate Program in Historic Preservation

The Graduate Program in Historic Preservation offers a 54 credit MS in Historic Preservation degree that is structured in sequential layers, beginning with an initial core semester devoted to the analysis and documentation of historic sites, followed by a more advanced studio-focused semester organized around the development of a preservation project. Following professional internship, the second year follows a professional track with the specialization in advanced analysis and conservation studies, followed by a final semester of preservation administration done in conjunction with the student’s thesis focus. A professional internship or related experience will be an integral part of the program.

The organizational structure of the degree program and the curriculum have been developed with the guidance of the National Council of Preservation Education (NCPE), the AIA, the ASLA, CSI, the regional professional community in preservation and design.