Commonwealth Institute of Funeral Service

Overview

Commonwealth Institute of Funeral Service, located in Houston, Texas, is a specialized institution offering education and training in funeral service and mortuary science. Established in 1936, the institute has built a reputation for its focused curriculum that prepares students for careers in the funeral industry. The campus provides a practical learning environment with facilities designed to support instruction in embalming, restorative art, and other key areas of funeral service. As an institution with a clearly defined vocational scope, Commonwealth Institute does not feature a traditional campus atmosphere with a wide array of extracurricular activities; rather, it emphasizes professional preparation and industry-specific skill development. The Institute attracts a selective pool of applicants interested in pursuing its notable Associate of Applied Science degree in Funeral Service. Student housing is not provided on campus, reflecting the Institute's commuter school model serving the Greater Houston area. While not renowned for athletic programs, Commonwealth Institute is recognized for academic programs that are tailored to meet the licensing requirements for funeral directors and embalmers, with a solid educational foundation for its students.

Commonwealth Institute of Funeral Service has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  257 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 18 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $15,213 plus fees of $100.