Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science Inc

5808 Baum Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206-3706
Tel: (412)362-8500
Private not-for-profit | 203 students
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COLLEGE HIGHLIGHTS:
  • Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science Inc serves 203 students (50% of students are full-time).
  • The school's student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the college average of 21:1.
  • Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body.
  • Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science Inc is one of 21 community colleges within Allegheny County, PA.

School Overview:
Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science Inc
Community College Avg.
Institution Level At least 2 but less than 4 years At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control Private not-for-profit Public
Instructional Staff Total
(research/public service staff included)		 8 staff 63 staff
Student Body
Total Enrollment 203 students 1,418 students
Student / Staff Ratio 1:25 1:21
# Full-Time Students		 102 students 1,262 students
# Part-Time Students		 101 students 1,508 students
 
% American Indian/Alaskan		 - 1%
% Asian		 - 2%
% Hawaiian		 - 1%
% Hispanic		 - 6%
% Black		 - 15%
% White		 - 62%
% Two or more races		 - 2%
Finances and Admission
Percent Admitted 84% 69%

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.

Nearby Schools:

Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science Inc
203 students | 0 mi. away
The Art Institute Of Pittsburgh
7856 students | 3.9 mi. away
Bradford School (Pittsburgh)
563 students | 4.3 mi. away
Community College of Allegheny County
21228 students | 4.7 mi. away
Career Training Academy (New Kensington)
97 students | 11.4 mi. away
Community College of Beaver County
2974 students | 24.1 mi. away

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