Graduate Curriculum & Courses

The Master of Science (MS) in Historic Preservation program at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) is a two-year, 60-credit hour graduate curriculum that prepares students for careers in revitalizing our built environment.

Courses are offered in four areas:

1. Architectural design
2. Physical conservation
3. Architectural and social history
4. Preservation planning

Each graduate student in the program completes two years of coursework in each of these areas as part of the required curriculum. The program is geared toward full-time study.

Review the Master of Science in Historic Preservation curriculum and degree requirements. Note: This is information for the current academic year. Any future curricular changes will be made when the new catalog is published.