Funeral Service and Mortuary Science

Associate's degree · Fayetteville Technical Community College · Fayetteville, NC

CIP 12.03

$44,521Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$47,405Median earnings 4 years after

$56,114Median earnings 5 years after

$17,482Median federal debt

65Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the associate's degree program in Funeral Service and Mortuary Science at Fayetteville Technical Community College earn a median of $44,521 one year after completing the program. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $52,962 four years after graduating (middle half: $36,314–$68,885). Median debt is $17,482, about 39% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Computer and Information Sciences, GeneralUndergraduate certificate$32,154
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Health and Medical Administrative ServicesUndergraduate certificate$20,631
Design and Applied ArtsAssociate's degree$34,572
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Dental Support Services and Allied ProfessionsUndergraduate certificate$40,426
Design and Applied ArtsUndergraduate certificate$24,406
Precision Metal WorkingUndergraduate certificate$44,775
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Frequently asked questions

How much do Funeral Service and Mortuary Science graduates from Fayetteville Technical Community College make?

The median salary is $44,521 one year after graduation and $56,114 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $17,482.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.