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PhD Historic Preservation (GSAPP) at Columbia University

Columbia University, United States

Programme overview

The Ph.D. in Historic Preservation, launched in 2017, is the first of its kind in the United States and trains future historic preservation scholars. GSAPP runs the programme and the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences grants the degree.

Faculty: Graduate School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation  |  Duration: 5 years expected  |  Intake: Application deadline January 8, 2027 (2027 admission), via GSAS portal  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: New York, NY, United States

What you will study

Two years of coursework, one year to prepare for and take general exams, and two years of independent research and writing. Requirements include reading proficiency in one language other than English, a dissertation prospectus defense before the end of the sixth semester, and a teaching apprenticeship in the second and third years.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applications are submitted through the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences online portal; application deadline for 2027 admission is January 8, 2027. Students entering with a relevant master's receive two Residence Units of Advanced Standing.

Intake: Application deadline January 8, 2027 (2027 admission), via GSAS portal

Duration: 5 years expected

Apply through the official page: https://www.arch.columbia.edu/admissions

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