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    Master of Historic Preservation

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    College Park, USMHPIn-person2 years
    $84,510.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    42%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    10
    Cohort
    students
    45
    Credits
    $80.00
    App fee

    Master of Historic Preservation at University of Maryland-College Park is a 45-credit, 2-year, in-person MHP program based in College Park, US. Tuition is $84,510.

    About the program

    Two-year, 45-credit program covering history and theory of preservation, preservation law, historical research methods, documentation, conservation, preservation economics, planning and policy, studio workshop, internship, and final project. Offers elective specializations in environmental issues, social justice, digital preservation, and policy.

    Focus: coursework
    Part-time option

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    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min General Graduate School minimums apply (e.g. TOEFL iBT 96 total for full enrollment with section minimums; programs may have higher): Reading 26, Listening 24, Speaking 22, Writing 24 (tests before Jan 21 2026); check program for specifics.
    IELTS
    required
    Min General Graduate School minimums apply (e.g. IELTS 7.0 overall for full enrollment with section minimums: Reading 7, Listening 7, Speaking 6.5, Writing 7); programs may have higher: check program for specifics.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $17,724.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Historic Preservation at University of Maryland-College Park cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Historic Preservation at University of Maryland-College Park is $84,510 across 45 required credits.
    Is Master of Historic Preservation at University of Maryland-College Park online or in-person?
    Master of Historic Preservation at University of Maryland-College Park is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Historic Preservation at University of Maryland-College Park take to complete?
    Master of Historic Preservation at University of Maryland-College Park is structured around 2 years and 45 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Historic Preservation at University of Maryland-College Park?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
    How competitive is Master of Historic Preservation at University of Maryland-College Park?
    Master of Historic Preservation at University of Maryland-College Park reports an acceptance rate of approximately 42%.