Imagine a cityscape that reflects a rich architectural past within a smart, sustainable future. Now, imagine you guided that effort a balance of historic preservation and best practices.
Our master of science in historic preservation (MSHP) fuses your passion for the past with innovative approaches.
Expert faculty guide you through hands-on, meaningful course work and projects that engage a wide variety of concerns. You’ll learn about community engagement, economic development, and urban policy that’s culturally and ecologically responsible. Our roots are in history and architecture, but when it comes to preserving the past, we also look toward tomorrow’s cities, small towns, and rural landscapes. Additionally, we consider questions of law, economics, landscape architecture, urban planning, and more.
Join a Diverse Community
We require no prerequisite courses, so our students come from diverse backgrounds. They bring a wide variety of interests and points of view, and will be a valuable resource as you explore the many options within the field of historic preservation.
Two Distinct Paths
30-Credit Option
You Have Previous Preservation Course Work or Experience
Our 30-credit program offers a streamlined path for candidates with previous course work in historic preservation.
Example
- our undergraduate historic preservation minor
- a historic preservation major from another accredited institution
- at least two years of professional practice in historic preservation
36-Credit Option
You Have a Degree in Another Field
Our 36-credit option is designed for students with less experience in historic preservation. You can complete this degree in one calendar year (i.e. you take classes during the fall semester, spring semester, and summer semester).