College of Charleston
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College of Charleston

College of Charleston

Developing leaders in the management of cultural heritage and the built environment, grounded in the historic context of Charleston.

649 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29403, USA

About College of Charleston

The Historic Preservation and Community Planning (HPCP) program at the College of Charleston, housed within the Department of Art and Architectural History and the School of the Arts, offers a unique undergraduate degree, being the only one of its kind in the U.S. Located in the largest historic district in the United States, peninsular Charleston, the program leverages its environment as a living classroom. It approaches historic preservation, architectural and urban design, planning, and architectural and urban history as integrated disciplines to address the management of change in the built environment, sites, and landscapes. The curriculum is interdisciplinary, incorporating fields like archaeology, geology, GIS, and history, and includes studio courses in preservation and urban design. It provides a strong foundation for students pursuing graduate studies in architecture or careers in cultural resource management, urban planning, and heritage tourism.
Program NameDetails
Bachelor of Arts in Art & Architectural History
Bachelor

This program allows students to study art and architecture within a historic city, providing access to galleries, museums, and architectural landmarks. The program prepares students for careers or further studies in art and architectural history.

4 years (estimated)
English
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Bachelor of Arts in Historic Preservation and Community Planning
Bachelor

This interdisciplinary program focuses on preserving important histories and cultures while planning and designing resilient communities. Students study iconic architecture and urban landscapes, preparing them for careers in community building and urban policy.

4 years (estimated)
English
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Master's in Community Planning, Policy and Design
Master

This program targets students who want to advance their careers in urban policy and community planning. It helps students become practical community builders and effective placemakers.

Varies
English
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Accreditations & Affiliations
Not a NAAB-accredited professional architecture program; it is a historic preservation and planning program that prepares students for graduate architecture study.
Admissions
Deadlines
Early Action
November 15
Regular Decision
January 15
Early Decision 1 (binding)
November 1
Early Decision 2 (binding)
January 15
Requirements
High school GPA, high school rank, high school transcript, and college preparatory courses are required. SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required. Recommendations are considered but not required. A TOEFL score is required for applicants needing English proficiency. Computer access is also a requirement. Average admitted SAT score is 1130-1300, and average ACT score is 24-29.

College of Charleston Academic FAQ

College of Charleston is Developing leaders in the management of cultural heritage and the built environment, grounded in the historic context of Charleston.

Applicants are typically required to submit: High school GPA, high school rank, high school transcript, and college preparatory courses are required. SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required. Recommendations are considered but not required....

College of Charleston provides a comprehensive curriculum including: Bachelor of Arts in Art & Architectural History, Bachelor of Arts in Historic Preservation and Community Planning, Master's in Community Planning, Policy and Design.

College of Charleston is situated in Charleston, United States, offering a vibrant context for architectural study.

Yes, College of Charleston holds accreditations from: Not a NAAB-accredited professional architecture program; it is a historic preservation and planning program that prepares students for graduate architecture study..