undergraduate
Funeral service and mortuary science
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What is a funeral service and mortuary science major?
Students of funeral service and mortuary science are generally prepared for careers in the funeral service industry and for licensure as funeral service directors or morticians. This involves courses in the basic elements of mortuary science and the business, counseling, and operational aspects of funeral service.
How much do funeral service and mortuary science majors make?
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How popular is funeral service and mortuary science as a major?
Each year, around 190 students obtain a bachelor’s degree and around 1,430 students obtain an associate degree in funeral service and mortuary science. In 2021, 211 students received a bachelor's degree and 1,541 students received an associate degree. This is 11% more funeral service and mortuary science majors than there were in 2020. Funeral service and mortuary science is a relatively popular major compared to other trades and personal services majors.
