Graduate Certificate in Historic Preservation at Thomas Jefferson University

The Graduate Certificate in Historic Preservation at Thomas Jefferson University is a Graduate Certificate program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus at the East Falls campus in Philadelphia, United States of America, the program is taught in English and takes 4 months to complete. Students study in a Part Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. The next intake starts on May 1, 2027.

About Graduate Certificate in Historic Preservation

The twelve-credit Graduate Certificate in Historic Preservation will prepare students to assume leadership roles within this multifaceted, cross-disciplinary profession. Curricular emphasis upon adaptive reuse of historic structures and the application of preservation methodologies to urban revitalization will appeal to working professionals from a broad spectrum of disciplines.

Preservation methodologies applied to projects at multiple scales, ranging from the micro level of individual structures to the macro level of preservation planning, will equip students with the skills, knowledge and experience to address pressing environmental and community-based challenges. In “real world” projects, students implement preservation principles and methods relative to both pre-modern and modern buildings and technologies.

The following are suggested courses for the Graduate Certificate in Historic Preservation, although course substitutions are possible at the discretion of the Program Director:

MHP-602 Uncovering the Past: Tools, Methods & Strategies
MHP-621 Issues in Contemporary Preservation
MHP-624 Architectural Documentation & Forensics

Choose one of the following:

MHP-626 Building Conservation and Assessment
MHP-672 American Architecture
MHP-671 Vernacular Architecture

The Graduate Certificate in Historic Preservation is a STEM designated program (CIP Code 04.0902).

Disciplines

College of Architecture & the Built Environment

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Graduate Certificate in Historic Preservation at Thomas Jefferson University

Entry Requirements

International applicants may be required to submit results from an English Language Proficiency Exam. Additional information about the English Language Proficiency requirement can be found on the Admissions Information page for your program of interest.

Students who have taken coursework outside of the United States should submit a course-by-course academic credential evaluation from a National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) member credentialing organization. Applicants who do not have a NACES evaluation are required to submit official transcripts, along with an official English translation, to Jefferson for review. Thomas Jefferson University reserves the right to outsource student academic credentials to our NACES member partner for evaluation.

English Requirements

PTEMin 53
IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 80

Tuition and Fee Information for Graduate Certificate in Historic Preservation at Thomas Jefferson University

Application Fee 50

How to Apply for Graduate Certificate in Historic Preservation at Thomas Jefferson University

After submitting the application, you will receive instructions on how to submit the supporting application materials listed below through your online MyJefferson account. If you prefer, you may also mail your materials to:

Thomas Jefferson University
Application Document Processing
4201 Henry Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19144

You will receive a MyJefferson identification number via email once you submit your application for admission. Be sure to include your name and MyJefferson ID on all documents that you mail to Jefferson.

Supporting Materials

The Admissions Committee emphasizes a holistic review process that examines the entirety of an applicant's academic aptitude, motivation, problem-solving skills, leadership potential and life experiences. Admission decisions are individualized to the specific attributes of the applicant.

Transcripts: Submit official undergraduate and graduate transcripts from all regionally accredited institutions you have attended and/or from which you earned credit. Official transcripts must be sent electronically by the institution to [email protected] or mailed to the address above. Before applying to Jefferson, please review the prerequisites required for admission for this academic program.

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 three letters of reference that provide insight into your academic and/or professional competence. References from college or university faculty members or professional sources are accepted. You may request recommendations through your MyJefferson account.

Résumé: A current professional résumé is required.

Graduate Certificate in Historic Preservation at Thomas Jefferson University

Thomas Jefferson University

United States of America, Philadelphia