If you are considering a rewarding career where you are a deeply valued member of the community that you serve, then the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science (PIMS) can help you “Cross the Bridge” to a gratifying career in Funeral Service. Please read below to learn how to get started.
Submission of an application does NOT guarantee acceptance. The acceptance process is multi-tiered with each step below required to be considered for enrollment; you will receive an acceptance letter if your application is approved by the Admission Committee. It is the policy of the Institute to admit students that are the best qualified to meet state licensure requirements and those that will be able assume the professional responsibilities of a licensed embalmer and funeral director.
Applicant should consider the following before applying:
PIMS is located in East Liberty, a trendy neighborhood just a few miles from downtown Pittsburgh. White we do not have student housing, the PIMS Housing Help Sheet can assist in getting you started with your search.
Please contact our Admission Office at admissions@pims.edu or at 412-362-8500 if you have any questions!
Items can be sent together or separately via email to Maria Sproull, our Admission Advisor at admissions@pims.edu OR mailed to PIMS, Application Materials, 5808 Baum Blvd., Pittsburgh, PA 15226, or faxed to 412-362-1684.
Don’t forget you can track the progress of your application within the PIMS Applicant Portal!
Financial Aid and Veteran Benefit questions can be directed to Mrs. Elachko, nelachko@pims.edu.
PIMS requires, upon enrollment and prior to matriculation, a signed enrollment contract and arbitration agreement. If you would like a copy of these documents please contact Mr. Drobish at kdrobish@pims.edu. The arbitration agreement does not in any way affect a student’s right to file a BDR claim and the claim does not need to be arbitrated prior to filing.
The admission office can help you design your day to fit your specific interests.
Connect with us! Request more information or apply today, and we’ll send you everything you need to begin your exciting journey at PIMS!