Funeral Service Education, A.S.C.T.
Locations where this degree is offered:
Vincennes Campus
Online
What can I expect during my time at VU?
- With a longstanding record of success, VU’s program is accredited by the American Board of Funeral Service Education.
- The University’s instructors are true experts in their fields and readily available to help students gain the academic and practical skills they need to excel.
- The University offers substantial academic and social support systems to help students learn and grow.
- Small class sizes enable students to participate fully in activities and discussions and to seek out extra help when needed.
- Affordable tuition allows students to graduate with less debt.
Program Admission Requirements
- Meet admission requirements for the University.
- Qualify for minimum placement into MATT 109 with no co-requisite as determined by appropriate placement tests, or receive appropriate transfer credit.
- Qualify for placement into ENGL 101 with no co-requisite or higher as determined by appropriate placement tests, or receive appropriate transfer credit.
- Hold no grade less than a C in any required course in the Funeral Service Education Curriculum.
- GPA Requirements
- High School students must have a high school GPA of at least 2.3.
- Students with completed college-level courses must hold a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0.
What can I do with this degree?
A degree from Vincennes University’s Funeral Service Education Department will prepare you for a lifelong career in an essential and growing profession.
Beyond the Classroom
In addition to the lecture, students will gain hands-on experience during embalming courses. Students will work with licensed embalmers to gain the skills needed for a rewarding career in Funeral Services. Students can also learn about the methods and techniques used to restore facial features in FNRL 120 Restorative Arts. *Distance Education students will be required to travel to Indiana to complete required embalmings, embalming certification and the restorative art principles application review during the final spring semester of the program.
Our Funeral Service Education Program has been turning out high quality licensed Funeral Directors and Embalmers since 1975. We are the premier choice in Funeral Service Education with a long-standing track record of success and American Board of Funeral Service Education accreditation. The program will adhere to ethical practices in all student-related matters.
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Program Information - Vincennes University
| Year | Total Enrolled | # New Students | # of Grads | Timely Grad* | Graduation Rate** | Did Not Finish*** | Overall % Employed | Employed in FS | ||
| On Campus | Distance Ed | On Campus | Distance Ed | |||||||
| 2024 | 51 | 35 | 24 | 24/24 |
Overall: 24/26 = 92% Campus: 12/14 = 86% Distance Ed: 12/12 = 100% |
9 |
Overall: 19/24 = 79% On Campus: 8/12 = 67% |
Overall: 19/24 = 79% Distance Ed: 11/12 = 92% |
Overall: 15/24 = 62.5% On Campus: 7/12 = 58.3% |
Overall: 15/24 = 62.5% Distance Ed: 8/12 = 67% |
| 2023 | 47 | 21 | 12 | 12/12 |
Overall: 80% Campus: 9/10 = 90% Distance Ed: 3/5 = 60% |
18 | 3/3 = 100% | 8/9 = 89% | 3/3 = 100% | 6/9 = 67% |
| 2022 | 56 | 38 | 17 | 17/17 | Overall: 100% | 7 | 4/8 - 50% | 4/9 - 44% | 4/8 - 50% | 4/9 - 44% |
* Timely graduation = complete program in 1/5 times designated program length.
** Graduation rate reflects cohort graduation rate (% of students from original cohort
completing in the designated year)
*** Left before completing the program; did not finish.
National Board Statistics - Vincennes University
| Arts | Takers | School Pass Rate | National Pass Rate | Sciences | Takers | School Pass Rate | National Pass Rate |
| 2024 | 13 |
Overall: 11/13 = 84.6% On Campus: 6/7 = 85.7% Distance Ed: 5/6 = 83.3% |
78% | 2024 | 11 |
Overall: 8/11 = 72.7% On Campus: 4/6 = 66.7% Distance Ed: 4/5 = 80% |
73% |
| 2023 | 14 |
Overall: 10/14 = 71% Campus: 4/7 = 57% Distance Ed: 6/7 = 86% |
78% | 2023 | 12 |
Overall: 7/12 = 58% Campus: 4/7 = 57% Distance Ed: 3/5 = 60% |
69% |
| 2022 | 9 |
Overall: 6/9 = 67% Campus: 4/6 = 67% Distance Ed: 2/3 = 67% |
69% | 2022 | 13 |
Overall: 8/13 = 62% Campus: 3/6 = 50% Distance Ed: 5/7 = 71% |
69% |
School pass rate is based on 1st time test takers within one year of graduation. Contact the program directly for information regarding success of Distance Education graduates.
Is this degree accredited?
The Funeral Service Education associate degree program at Vincennes University is accredited by the American Board of Funeral Service Education (ABFSE), 992 Mantua Pike, Suite 108, Woodbury Heights, NJ 08097 (816) 233-3747. Web: WWW.ABFSE.ORG.
National Board Examination scores, graduation rates, and employment rates for this and other ABFSE-accredited programs are available. To request a printed copy of this program's scores and rates, go to the Funeral Service Education Program office, located in the Center for Health Sciences building, Room 212, or by email at HSHP@VINU.EDU, or by telephone at 812-888-5469.
Additional information, including medial annual wages information, can be found at the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
- Indiana State Standards
- National Standards
***Please use the above link to check your individual state requirements for individual licensure as each state has differing requirements for obtaining a professional license as a funeral director/embalmer***
Have questions?
We are happy to chat with you to answer your questions and understand your personal
goals.
Please reach out to us at VUADMIT@Vinu.edu or call 812-888-4313 for more information.