M.A. in Public History – Historic Preservation

What Will You Study in Liberty University’s Public History – Historic Preservation Program?

• Best practices for the conservation and preservation of historical artifacts, buildings, and landscapes
• Fundamentals of archaeological methods and fieldwork
• Theories of public history, archival methods, and museum preservation

This degree program is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of public history and historic preservation. In addition to the learning outcomes above, you will explore topics such as digital history, local historical research, and America’s Christian heritage. Don’t wait to pursue your passion – partner with us, delve into history, and acquire the expertise to preserve and share it with future generations.

Potential Careers for Public History – Historic Preservation Graduates

• Archaeological assistant
• Architectural conservator
• Architectural historian
• Curator
• Historian
• Historic preservation planner
• Landscape architect
• Museum educator
• Restoration specialist

Benefits of Pursuing Your M.A. in Public History – Historic Preservation with Liberty University

As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.

Here’s what sets us apart:

• Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your online public history master’s degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
• The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university. 
• As a student in our M.A. in Public History – Historic Preservation, you can benefit from networking opportunities with other professionals in the program from across the country.

Military Benefits

Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:

• Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
• Reserve/National Guard
• Veterans/retirees
• Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
• Current Department of Defense employees

We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits: 

• Tuition discounts – $275 per credit hour for graduate courses
• Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course)
• 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)