American Academy Mcallister Institute Of Funeral S

619 West 54th Street - 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10019 - View a map of this school Map

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AAMI is an urban, not-for-profit, private, single purpose academic institution dedicated to the educational needs of the funeral industry. AAMI provides educational leadership through learning opportunities that anticipate, prepare for and meet the challenges to educate a socially and economically diverse population. AAMI provides opportunities for students, faculty and staff to study, research and observe the culture and customs of the changing dynamics of the funeral profession....

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School Overview:

  • American Academy Mcallister Institute Of Funeral S
  • Community College Avg.
County New York County, NY -
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 126 students 1,020 students
Part-Time Undergraduate 56 students 1,444 students
Total Enrollment 182 students 2,213 students
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid 78% 78%
% Students Receiving Federal Grants 61% 46%
Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received $3,395 $2,845
% Students Receiving State/Local Grants 56% 29%
Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received $3,759 $1,273
% Students Receiving Loans 61% 38%
Avg. Amount Of Loan Received $4,406 $3,129

School Notes:

  • AAMI is a not-for-profit educational institution that was founded in 1926. It is the only funeral service school within New York City. AAMI has 80 years experience in funeral education and thousands of funeral directors have graduated from the school.
  • AAMI is located in the heart of New York City and draws upon an experienced and diverse faculty and administration to teach our students. The faculty is largely comprised of experienced licensed funeral directors who have achieved further expertise in the field of education.
  • The entire premise is well lighted, ventilated and air-conditioned, providing a cheerful and comfortable atmosphere during all seasons of the year. Physical facilities are readily accessible for the disabled. In addition to the usual classroom facilities for lecture and discussion, there are specially designed laboratories for Restorative Art and Computer Science which enhance the opportunities for students to learn by doing. A range of visual and learning aids are utilized to enhance and facilitate the educational experience in the classroom. These include films, slides, charts and manikins (models), video equipment, and power point presentations.
  • The college is accredited by the American Board of Funeral Service Education.
  • Profile last updated: 08/22/2008.

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