This minor offers an opportunity for undergraduate students in all disciplines to learn more about historic preservation as national interest in this field continues to grow.

Curriculum Outline
The minor in historic preservation includes the following courses:

Offered in Fall Semesters

History of North American Architecture (ARCH 428)	3
Introduction to Historic Preservation (ARCH 440)	3
Documentation and Registration of Historic Properties 1 (ARCH 442) taken first eight weeks	2
Historic Preservation Technology 1 (ARCh 447) taken second eight weeks	2
Total Credits	10

Offered in Spring Semesters

Preservation Law and Planning (ARCH 441) taken first eight weeks	2
Economics of Historic Preservation (ARCH 444) taken second eight weeks	2
Documentation and Registration of Historic Properties 2 (ARCH 445) taken first eight weeks	2
Historic Preservation Technology 2 (ARCH 449) taken second eight weeks	2
Total Credits	8

Admission Requirements
The minor in historic preservation is open to undergraduate students who have completed at least two years of undergraduate study. Admission is determined on the basis of each applicant's qualifications. Students may be admitted who have maintained at least a 3.0 grade point average and have demonstrated proficiency in research and writing in their previous studies.

Admission Process
Students interested in this minor must apply for admission to the program. More information on the minor in historic preservation and the application form is available online and at the Department of Architecture's main office (Architecture Building 402). An interview with the Director of Historic Preservation Programs is recommended before applying. Completed application forms should be returned to:

Director of Historic Preservation Programs
Department of Architecture (AB 402)
College of Architecture and Planning
Ball State University
Muncie, IN 47306

You also need to request that your Ball State transcript be sent to the Director of Historic Preservation Programs. In addition, the following materials must accompany your application:

• Two letters of recommendation or completed recommendation forms.
• A statement that briefly describes your background, rationale for pursuing the minor in historic preservation, and educational objectives.

For More Information
Francis Parker, Interim Director
Historic Preservation Programs
Department of Architecture
(765) 285-5870
preservation@bsu.edu

For course descriptions and complete information on program requirements, please consult the Ball State University Undergraduate Catalog.