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    Master of Historic Preservation (MHP)

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    Philadelphia, USMSHPIn-person2 years
    $126,616.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    96%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    25
    Cohort
    students
    19
    Credits
    $80.00
    App fee

    Master of Historic Preservation (MHP) at University of Pennsylvania is a 19-credit, 2-year, in-person MSHP program based in Philadelphia, US. Tuition is $126,616.

    About the program

    The program provides training in documentation, research, digital media, theories of preservation, studio work, and electives in concentrations such as architectural conservation, preservation design, preservation planning, or public history of the built environment. Students complete either a thesis or capstone studio, along with a required summer internship.

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 14, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min We suggest a minimum score of 160 for Verbal, 148 for Quantitative, and 4.5 for Analytical Writing. These are not cut off scores
    V 160 · Q 148
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL: 100 total and a minimum of 25 in each section
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS: 7 overall band score and a minimum of 7 on each section

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $25,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Historic Preservation (MHP) at University of Pennsylvania cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Historic Preservation (MHP) at University of Pennsylvania is $126,616 across 19 required credits.
    Is Master of Historic Preservation (MHP) at University of Pennsylvania online or in-person?
    Master of Historic Preservation (MHP) at University of Pennsylvania is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Historic Preservation (MHP) at University of Pennsylvania take to complete?
    Master of Historic Preservation (MHP) at University of Pennsylvania is structured around 2 years and 19 credits.
    How competitive is Master of Historic Preservation (MHP) at University of Pennsylvania?
    Master of Historic Preservation (MHP) at University of Pennsylvania reports an acceptance rate of approximately 96%.
    How large is the Master of Historic Preservation (MHP) at University of Pennsylvania cohort?
    Master of Historic Preservation (MHP) at University of Pennsylvania typically enrolls around 25 students per cohort.