Pittsburgh Institute Of Mortuary Science Inc
5808 Baum Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206-3706 - 
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School Notes Overview:
The Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science offers an extensive program designed to prepare students for the many challenges they will encounter as funeral service professionals. The diversified curriculum continually evolves to address the changing needs and expectations associated with contemporary funeral services. ...
School Overview:
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| County | Allegheny County, PA | - |
| Title IV Eligible | YES | Yes |
| Carnegie Classification | Associate of Arts Colleges | Associate of Arts Colleges |
| Institution Level | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs |
| Institution Control | Private, non-profit | Public |
| Full-Time Undergraduate | 82 students | 1,020 students |
| Part-Time Undergraduate | 82 students | 1,444 students |
| Total Enrollment | 164 students | 2,213 students |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid | 71% | 78% |
| % Students Receiving Federal Grants | 35% | 46% |
| Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received | $3,143 | $2,845 |
| % Students Receiving State/Local Grants | 8% | 29% |
| Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received | $4,042 | $1,273 |
| % Students Receiving Institutional Grants | 9% | 12% |
| Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received | $2,110 | $1,146 |
| % Students Receiving Loans | 62% | 38% |
| Avg. Amount Of Loan Received | $6,971 | $3,129 |
School Notes:
- P.I.M.S. continues to provide thorough training in the mortuary arts and sciences. This training includes a theoretical understanding as well as personalized practical instruction by licensed funeral directors and embalmers. The school not only utilizes the facilities in its own building but also works in cooperation with the Allegheny County Coroner's Office to enhance the student's exposure to a wide range of applied experiences.
- The Institute strives to provide relevant information on all topics surrounding the death care industry thereby allowing both students and licensees to make informed choices within their chosen profession. In addition to this, an attempt is made to instill a sense of social consciousness which stresses the growing responsibilities and obligations of the funeral service professional. Ultimately, the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science aspires to provide its graduates with the resources and the confidence to represent funeral services as a professional caregiver providing a valuable contribution to the community.
- The Diploma Program (Embalming & Funeral Directing), Associate in Specialized Business Degree Program (Funeral Service Management), and the Associate in Specialized Technology Degree Program (Funeral Service Arts & Sciences) at Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science are accredited by the American Board of Funeral Service Education.
- Profile last updated: 07/06/2009.
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