Gupton Jones College of Funeral Service Outcomes

Graduates earn a median of $42,636 ten years after completing their funeral service programs. The typical debt load of $16,417 creates a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 39%, well below the concerning 50% threshold. Monthly loan payments of $174 consume about 5% of median graduate income, leaving room for other expenses. The 88.9% employment rate reflects strong demand for licensed funeral directors and embalmers across the country. Most graduates enter family-owned funeral homes, corporate funeral service chains, or start their own practices. The specialized nature of this field provides job security in an essential industry. Despite modest starting salaries, the combination of low debt and steady employment prospects delivers an average return on investment for students committed to funeral service careers.