Overview

The Historic Preservation curriculum at Thomas Jefferson University foregrounds adaptive reuse of historic structures as well as in-depth analysis through historical research and graphic documentation.

Key Features

Students develop skills fundamental to assess the condition and evolution of buildings and promote the ways historic structures order the urban fabric, contribute to healthy communities, and facilitate “place-making” as a catalyst for community revitalization.

Students apply new and rapidly evolving digital technologies for managing, documenting and interpreting culturally significant structures and places.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Restoration & Rehabilitation of Modernist Buildings

American Architecture

Vernacular Architecture

Principles & Methods of Sustainable Design

Adaptive Reuse & Urban Revitalization

Conservation of Historic Interiors

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-05-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-01-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-12-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-10-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

49 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Transcripts: Submit official undergraduate and graduate transcripts from all regionally accredited institutions you have attended and/or from which you earned credit. Official transcripts can be sent electronically by the institution to enroll@jefferson.edu or mailed to the address above.

Personal Statement: Submit a statement of purpose outlining your interest in the program, how the course of study relates to your desired career path, and your academic and job-related experiences that are relevant to the program.

Letters of Recommendation: Submit two letters of reference that provide insight into your academic competence. References from college or university faculty members are recommended. You may request recommendations through your MyJefferson account.

Résumé: A current professional résumé is required.

Tuition Fee

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International

65072 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1328 USD per credit during 12 months.
National

65072 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1328 USD per credit during 12 months.
In-State

65072 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1328 USD per credit during 12 months.

Living costs for Philadelphia

1313 - 2284 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Historic Preservation.

Available Scholarships

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