Located less than 45 minutes from the heart of The Windy City, Worsham College of Mortuary Science is one of the nation's most reputable institutions for mortuary science. This college is recommended for students who want to practice in Illinois. Applicants are accepted in March and September of each calendar year, and in addition to mortuary and funeral direction education, general education requirements are covered. Tuition for the program is approximately $20,000 without scholarships and grants in play.
Cincinnati College requires that students enter the college as transfer students or with an associate or bachelor's degree, depending on the state where the student will ultimately seek a license. The school's program is designed to work with all state licensing boards so students receive a solid and applicable education. Applications are accepted in April and October of each year, and tuition averages $20,150 without grants or scholarships. Students will spend an average of $1,500 on textbooks throughout the course of the program.
Humber College in Ontario, Canada offers a degree in funeral service. This major not only focuses on the business knowledge necessary to run a funeral home but the therapeutic nature required to relate to mourners. The program is attended by students from around the globe and is also known for its work placement program for graduates. International program tuition is approximately $12,500 as of February 2011, not including scholarships and grants. Students typically spend up to $1,200 on textbooks.
Delgado Community College, located in New Orleans, Louisiana, offers a degree in funeral service. The program is accredited by the American Board of Funeral Service Education. Admission requirements include a sufficient college-level SAT/ACT score, a high school diploma and basic high school coursework in biology and chemistry. Tuition varies depending on coursework and the rate at which the student completes it.