Overview

Thomas Jefferson University’s MS in Historic Preservation (MSHP) prepares graduates to preserve historic buildings and sites, re-envisioning and repurposing the past to serve present and future needs. Preserving the past is the template for a sustainable future.

Features

Historic Preservationists are fond of saying that “the greenest building is the one already built.”

Studies have shown that the demolition of buildings accounts for 48% of greenhouse gas emissions in the United States. Reusing and retrofitting existing buildings constitutes “recycling” on a grand scale, reducing these emissions dramatically.

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 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

49 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Philadelphia, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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 Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

74676 USD / year

≈ 74676 USD / year
Out-of-State

74676 USD / year

≈ 74676 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

74676 USD / year

≈ 74676 USD / year

Living costs

Philadelphia

United States

1313 - 2284 USD / month

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

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Key information

Duration

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

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Living costs

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