American Academy McAllister Institute of Funeral Service Outcomes

Graduates earn a median of $54,695 ten years after completing the program, while carrying typical debt of $21,150. This creates a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 39%, well below the concerning 100% threshold. Monthly loan payments of $224 represent about 5% of gross income for median earners. The 92.2% employment rate reflects strong demand for licensed funeral directors and embalmers across the country. Most graduates enter funeral homes, crematories, or start their own funeral service businesses. The specialized nature of mortuary science creates job security in an essential industry that's largely recession-proof. Despite the low 28.6% graduation rate, those who complete the program face strong return on investment with stable careers and reasonable debt loads.