TUITION & FEES
KNOW BEFORE You GO
Announcement: No Tuition Increase for 2024-2025
The Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science is pleased to announce that it will not increase tuition for the 2024-2025 academic year.
Dr. Barry Lease, President/CEO and board member communicated that the PIMS Board of Directors, at their most recent meeting, declared for the 5th year in a row that tuition will not increase for the next academic year.
PIMS prides itself on providing the best opportunity to educate its students; this is another way to make it happen.
Tuition Expectations:
This program is intended for the funeral service professional. PIMS bills on a per credit basis plus any fees published in the PIMS School Bulletin. There is one tuition rate for campus and one for online, there is no out-of-state tuition rates.
CAMPUS-BASED PROGRAMS
Tuition for students is $330.00 per credit. Each trimester must be paid in full by the end of the trimester. Students will not be allowed to move into the next trimester until all costs are covered.
ONLINE PROGRAMS
Tuition for online students is $390.00 per credit. The term must be paid in full by the end of the term. Students will not be allowed to move into the next term until all costs are covered.
Explanation of Mandatory Fees:
FEE
Application
Matriculation
(non-refundable)
(non-refundable)
Technology
Remote Proctoring
Course Administrative
Restorative Art Lab
Celebrant Training and Certification
Embalming Lab
Funeral Service Practicum
Video or Virtual Funeral Service Skills Practicum Site Approval
Video or Virtual Clinical Embalming Site Approval
Physical (Practicum or Embalming) Site Visit
Graduation
National Board Examination
Purpose
• Every applicant is charged this fee.
• This fee is refundable if a cancellation request is made within five (5) calendar days of submitting the application.
• This payment covers the administrative processing, review, and evaluation of each applicant.
• This fee is refundable if a cancellation request is made within five (5) calendar days of submitting the application.
• This payment covers the administrative processing, review, and evaluation of each applicant.
• This is a one-time charge added at time of enrollment.
• This fee covers the processing of all enrollment, registration, creation of student records, orientation activities, and issuance of facility and/or online classroom access.
• This fee covers the processing of all enrollment, registration, creation of student records, orientation activities, and issuance of facility and/or online classroom access.
• This fee covers all costs associated with providing and maintaining technological infrastructure and services that support campus-based and online academic and campus life.
• All students are charged annually the Remote Proctoring Fee.
• This charge covers the costs associated with the remote proctoring of exams and/or assessments.
• This fee is applied to both campus-based and online students, and it ensures the integrity of the exam process by preventing cheating and confirming that the student taking the exam is indeed the one registered for the course.
• This charge covers the costs associated with the remote proctoring of exams and/or assessments.
• This fee is applied to both campus-based and online students, and it ensures the integrity of the exam process by preventing cheating and confirming that the student taking the exam is indeed the one registered for the course.
• This fee covers the administrative costs associated with the organization, management, and delivery of online learning.
• The fee for this lab covers comprehensive instruction and use of the actual lab and PIMS facility, Headzo, Eger Skull Model, Rebuilding tools and equipment such as drills, wire cutters, and other “heavy” equipment for restoration, all other related costs to facilities management.
•The fee also covers materials like modeling clay and wax applications specific to use on Headzo, synthetic materials to construct Skullzo, cosmetics and brushes (air and palette style), silicon, hair and eyebrow, sculpting kits, glue, and gowns.
•The fee also covers materials like modeling clay and wax applications specific to use on Headzo, synthetic materials to construct Skullzo, cosmetics and brushes (air and palette style), silicon, hair and eyebrow, sculpting kits, glue, and gowns.
• The fee for this certification covers materials for the 3-day course provided by InSight.
• A certified Celebrant works with the funeral director to provide a funeral service, memorial service or tribute that is personalized and individualized to reflect the personality and lifestyle of the deceased. Skills such as articulation of the value of the funeral, facilitating family meetings, using music and reading resources, and the art of ceremonial writing and presentation skills will be developed.
• A certified Celebrant works with the funeral director to provide a funeral service, memorial service or tribute that is personalized and individualized to reflect the personality and lifestyle of the deceased. Skills such as articulation of the value of the funeral, facilitating family meetings, using music and reading resources, and the art of ceremonial writing and presentation skills will be developed.
• This fee includes comprehensive instruction, access to facilities, transfer services (EMB), use of equipment, and essential supplies.
• The Embalming Lab Fee is required in either of the following cases
a) For a single on-campus case needed for assessment purposes, or
b) When fulfilling all cases or clinical requirements on campus.
• The Embalming Lab Fee is required in either of the following cases
a) For a single on-campus case needed for assessment purposes, or
b) When fulfilling all cases or clinical requirements on campus.
• All ABFSE-approved programs require students to complete practical requirements within a funeral home.
• The one-time fee associated is meant to cover the administrative and logistical costs associated with coordinating and final approval of the Funeral Service Practicum.
• This this fee also covers payment to Funeral Directors that we compensate for their supervision and mentorship to the students during their practicum, as they play a vital role in guiding the student through the practical application of funeral service skills.
• The one-time fee associated is meant to cover the administrative and logistical costs associated with coordinating and final approval of the Funeral Service Practicum.
• This this fee also covers payment to Funeral Directors that we compensate for their supervision and mentorship to the students during their practicum, as they play a vital role in guiding the student through the practical application of funeral service skills.
• This $50.00 fee is charged per video or virtual site visit and serves to cover the costs of evaluating and approving the various sites where students will complete their practicum and/or embalming activities.
• This charge includes storing proof of approval, which may involve maintaining records to demonstrate that the site meets the necessary standards for educational or regulatory purposes.
• This fee applies to each individual location a student chooses for their practicum activities.
• This charge includes storing proof of approval, which may involve maintaining records to demonstrate that the site meets the necessary standards for educational or regulatory purposes.
• This fee applies to each individual location a student chooses for their practicum activities.
• This $50.00 fee is charged per video or virtual site visit and serves to cover the costs of evaluating and approving the various sites where students will complete their practicum and/or embalming activities.
• This charge includes storing proof of approval, which may involve maintaining records to demonstrate that the site meets the necessary standards for educational or regulatory purposes.
• This fee applies to each individual location a student chooses for their embalming activities.
• This charge includes storing proof of approval, which may involve maintaining records to demonstrate that the site meets the necessary standards for educational or regulatory purposes.
• This fee applies to each individual location a student chooses for their embalming activities.
• If a video or virtual site visit is not possible or desired by the student, a physical visit by a PIMS staff member or representative is required to approve the site.
• The $250 fee covers the cost of the on-site visit only and additional expenses (such as travel, accommodation, or other related costs) are charged separately.
• A physical visit may be necessary if a virtual inspection can't be performed or if there are specific concerns regarding the site’s ability to meet educational or regulatory standards. This is often the case with sites that have not been previously approved or where additional verification is needed.
• The site approval process ensures that the location where students will gain hands-on experience is equipped, compliant, and suitable for practical training in the funeral service field.
• The fees help cover administrative costs, staff time for evaluations, and the necessary documentation to verify compliance with industry standards. PIMS ensures that the sites are properly vetted, and students are gaining appropriate, regulated experience in a safe and professional environment.
• The $250 fee covers the cost of the on-site visit only and additional expenses (such as travel, accommodation, or other related costs) are charged separately.
• A physical visit may be necessary if a virtual inspection can't be performed or if there are specific concerns regarding the site’s ability to meet educational or regulatory standards. This is often the case with sites that have not been previously approved or where additional verification is needed.
• The site approval process ensures that the location where students will gain hands-on experience is equipped, compliant, and suitable for practical training in the funeral service field.
• The fees help cover administrative costs, staff time for evaluations, and the necessary documentation to verify compliance with industry standards. PIMS ensures that the sites are properly vetted, and students are gaining appropriate, regulated experience in a safe and professional environment.
• This fee encompasses various administrative and processing costs essential to the graduation process, including application processing, academic record updates, and diploma issuance. These steps ensure that all graduation requirements have been met, and that students' records are accurate and current.
• This fee covers the costs of printing and shipping the diploma. There is no charge to attend the graduation ceremony.
• The Institute securely stores all student records in a fireproof facility and partners with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as an additional storage location, ensuring alumni can always access their permanent records.
• This fee covers the costs of printing and shipping the diploma. There is no charge to attend the graduation ceremony.
• The Institute securely stores all student records in a fireproof facility and partners with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as an additional storage location, ensuring alumni can always access their permanent records.
• Licensure in most states requires passing the National Board Examination. PIMS collects the necessary fee for this exam during the last class term. Once the student fulfills all graduation requirements, PIMS pays this fee on the student's behalf directly to The Conference, which administers the National Board Exam.
• If a student is not required to take the National Board Exam for their state, they can request an immediate refund.
• If a student is not required to take the National Board Exam for their state, they can request an immediate refund.
Campus Student Charge
$50.00
$75.00
$10.00 per credit per term
$50.00 every September
N/a
$3,575.00
$225.00
$710.00
$330.00
$50.00
$50.00
$250 + Expenses
$250.00
$570.00
Online Student Charge
$50.00
$100.00
$10.00 per credit per term
$50.00 every June
$50.00 per course attempted
$3,575.00
$225.00 if attended
(attendance is optional)
(attendance is optional)
$710.00
$390.00
$50.00
$50.00
$250 + Expenses
$250.00
$570.00
Explanation of Mandatory Fees:
Application Fee
Matriculation Fee
(non-refundable)
(non-refundable)
Technology Fee
Remote Proctoring Fee
Course Administrative Fee
Restorative Art Lab Fee
Celebrant Training and CertificationFee
Embalming Lab Fee
Funeral Service Practicum Fee
Video or Virtual Funeral Service Skills Practicum Site Approval Fee
Video or Virtual Clinical Embalming Site Approval Fee
Physical (Practicum or Embalming) Site Visit Fee
Graduation Fee
National Board Examination Fee
• Every applicant is charged this fee.
• This fee is refundable if a cancellation request is made within five (5) calendar days of submitting the application.
• This payment covers the administrative processing, review, and evaluation of each applicant.
• This fee is refundable if a cancellation request is made within five (5) calendar days of submitting the application.
• This payment covers the administrative processing, review, and evaluation of each applicant.
• This is a one-time charge added at time of enrollment.
• This fee covers the processing of all enrollment, registration, creation of student records, orientation activities, and issuance of facility and/or online classroom access.
• This fee covers the processing of all enrollment, registration, creation of student records, orientation activities, and issuance of facility and/or online classroom access.
• This fee covers all costs associated with providing and maintaining technological infrastructure and services that support campus-based and online academic and campus life.
• All students are charged annually the Remote Proctoring Fee.
• This charge covers the costs associated with the remote proctoring of exams and/or assessments.
• This fee is applied to both campus-based and online students, and it ensures the integrity of the exam process by preventing cheating and confirming that the student taking the exam is indeed the one registered for the course.
• This charge covers the costs associated with the remote proctoring of exams and/or assessments.
• This fee is applied to both campus-based and online students, and it ensures the integrity of the exam process by preventing cheating and confirming that the student taking the exam is indeed the one registered for the course.
• This fee covers the administrative costs associated with the organization, management, and delivery of online learning.
• The fee for this lab covers comprehensive instruction and use of the actual lab and PIMS facility, Headzo, Eger Skull Model, Rebuilding tools and equipment such as drills, wire cutters, and other “heavy” equipment for restoration, all other related costs to facilities management.
•The fee also covers materials like modeling clay and wax applications specific to use on Headzo, synthetic materials to construct Skullzo, cosmetics and brushes (air and palette style), silicon, hair and eyebrow, sculpting kits, glue, and gowns.
•The fee also covers materials like modeling clay and wax applications specific to use on Headzo, synthetic materials to construct Skullzo, cosmetics and brushes (air and palette style), silicon, hair and eyebrow, sculpting kits, glue, and gowns.
• The fee for this certification covers materials for the 3-day course provided by InSight.
• A certified Celebrant works with the funeral director to provide a funeral service, memorial service or tribute that is personalized and individualized to reflect the personality and lifestyle of the deceased. Skills such as articulation of the value of the funeral, facilitating family meetings, using music and reading resources, and the art of ceremonial writing and presentation skills will be developed.
• A certified Celebrant works with the funeral director to provide a funeral service, memorial service or tribute that is personalized and individualized to reflect the personality and lifestyle of the deceased. Skills such as articulation of the value of the funeral, facilitating family meetings, using music and reading resources, and the art of ceremonial writing and presentation skills will be developed.
• This fee includes comprehensive instruction, access to facilities, transfer services (EMB), use of equipment, and essential supplies.
• The Embalming Lab Fee is required in either of the following cases
a) For a single on-campus case needed for assessment purposes, or
b) When fulfilling all cases or clinical requirements on campus.
• The Embalming Lab Fee is required in either of the following cases
a) For a single on-campus case needed for assessment purposes, or
b) When fulfilling all cases or clinical requirements on campus.
• All ABFSE-approved programs require students to complete practical requirements within a funeral home.
• The one-time fee associated is meant to cover the administrative and logistical costs associated with coordinating and final approval of the Funeral Service Practicum.
• This this fee also covers payment to Funeral Directors that we compensate for their supervision and mentorship to the students during their practicum, as they play a vital role in guiding the student through the practical application of funeral service skills.
• The one-time fee associated is meant to cover the administrative and logistical costs associated with coordinating and final approval of the Funeral Service Practicum.
• This this fee also covers payment to Funeral Directors that we compensate for their supervision and mentorship to the students during their practicum, as they play a vital role in guiding the student through the practical application of funeral service skills.
• This $50.00 fee is charged per video or virtual site visit and serves to cover the costs of evaluating and approving the various sites where students will complete their practicum and/or embalming activities.
• This charge includes storing proof of approval, which may involve maintaining records to demonstrate that the site meets the necessary standards for educational or regulatory purposes.
• This fee applies to each individual location a student chooses for their practicum activities.
• This charge includes storing proof of approval, which may involve maintaining records to demonstrate that the site meets the necessary standards for educational or regulatory purposes.
• This fee applies to each individual location a student chooses for their practicum activities.
• This $50.00 fee is charged per video or virtual site visit and serves to cover the costs of evaluating and approving the various sites where students will complete their practicum and/or embalming activities.
• This charge includes storing proof of approval, which may involve maintaining records to demonstrate that the site meets the necessary standards for educational or regulatory purposes.
• This fee applies to each individual location a student chooses for their embalming activities.
• This charge includes storing proof of approval, which may involve maintaining records to demonstrate that the site meets the necessary standards for educational or regulatory purposes.
• This fee applies to each individual location a student chooses for their embalming activities.
• If a video or virtual site visit is not possible or desired by the student, a physical visit by a PIMS staff member or representative is required to approve the site.
• The $250 fee covers the cost of the on-site visit only and additional expenses (such as travel, accommodation, or other related costs) are charged separately.
• A physical visit may be necessary if a virtual inspection can't be performed or if there are specific concerns regarding the site’s ability to meet educational or regulatory standards. This is often the case with sites that have not been previously approved or where additional verification is needed.
• The site approval process ensures that the location where students will gain hands-on experience is equipped, compliant, and suitable for practical training in the funeral service field.
• The fees help cover administrative costs, staff time for evaluations, and the necessary documentation to verify compliance with industry standards. PIMS ensures that the sites are properly vetted, and students are gaining appropriate, regulated experience in a safe and professional environment.
• The $250 fee covers the cost of the on-site visit only and additional expenses (such as travel, accommodation, or other related costs) are charged separately.
• A physical visit may be necessary if a virtual inspection can't be performed or if there are specific concerns regarding the site’s ability to meet educational or regulatory standards. This is often the case with sites that have not been previously approved or where additional verification is needed.
• The site approval process ensures that the location where students will gain hands-on experience is equipped, compliant, and suitable for practical training in the funeral service field.
• The fees help cover administrative costs, staff time for evaluations, and the necessary documentation to verify compliance with industry standards. PIMS ensures that the sites are properly vetted, and students are gaining appropriate, regulated experience in a safe and professional environment.
• This fee encompasses various administrative and processing costs essential to the graduation process, including application processing, academic record updates, and diploma issuance. These steps ensure that all graduation requirements have been met, and that students' records are accurate and current.
• This fee covers the costs of printing and shipping the diploma. There is no charge to attend the graduation ceremony.
• The Institute securely stores all student records in a fireproof facility and partners with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as an additional storage location, ensuring alumni can always access their permanent records.
• This fee covers the costs of printing and shipping the diploma. There is no charge to attend the graduation ceremony.
• The Institute securely stores all student records in a fireproof facility and partners with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as an additional storage location, ensuring alumni can always access their permanent records.
• Licensure in most states requires passing the National Board Examination. PIMS collects the necessary fee for this exam during the last class term. Once the student fulfills all graduation requirements, PIMS pays this fee on the student's behalf directly to The Conference, which administers the National Board Exam.
• If a student is not required to take the National Board Exam for their state, they can request an immediate refund.
• If a student is not required to take the National Board Exam for their state, they can request an immediate refund.
Campus Student Charge
$50.00
$75.00
$10.00 per credit per term
$50.00 every September
N/a
$3,575.00
$225.00
$710.00
$330.00
$50.00
$50.00
$250 + Expenses
$250.00
$570.00
Online Student Charge
$50.00
$100.00
$10.00 per credit per term
$50.00 every June
$50.00 per course attempted
$3,575.00
$225.00 if attended
(attendance is optional)
(attendance is optional)
$710.00
$390.00
$50.00
$50.00
$250 + Expenses
$250.00
$570.00
COST OF ATTENDANCE: 2024-2025 ACADEMIC YEAR
Financial aid budgets are based on the estimated/average cost of enrollment for an academic year. Most of the figures below are not fees that are billable but an estimate of what it may cost to live and go to school in this area. PIMS does not charge for room or board, again these are estimates for budgeting purposes.
Standard Pace: Part-Time Campus
| Billable Tuition & Fees | $11,135 |
| Room & Board | $3,200 |
| Books | $550 |
| Personal | $4,400 |
| Transportation | $2,690 |
|
Billable Tuition & Fees |
$11,135 |
|
Room & Board |
$11,200 |
|
Books |
$550 |
|
Personal |
$4,400 |
|
Transportation |
$2,690 |
Accelerated Pace: Full-Time Campus
|
Billable Tuition & Fees |
$17,630 |
|
Room & Board |
$3,200 |
|
Books |
$1,380 |
|
Personal |
$4,400 |
|
Transportation |
$2,690 |
| Billable Tuition & Fees | $17,630 |
| Room & Board | $11,200 |
| Books | $1,380 |
| Personal | $4,400 |
| Transportation | $2,690 |
Online Programs
| Billable Tuition & Fees | $13,585 |
| Room & Board | $3,200 |
| Books | $890 |
| Personal | $4,400 |
| Transportation | $2,690 |
| Billable Tuition & Fees | $13,585 |
| Room & Board | $11,200 |
| Books | $890 |
| Personal | $4,400 |
| Transportation | $2,690 |
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Phone: (412) 362-8500 x107
Email: admissions@pims.edu