Funeral Service and Mortuary Science

Associate's degree · John A Gupton College · Nashville, TN

CIP 12.03

$46,141Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$54,828Median earnings 4 years after
$48,547Median earnings 5 years after
$12,500Median federal debt
55Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the associate's degree program in Funeral Service and Mortuary Science at John A Gupton College earn a median of $46,141 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 $12,500, about 27% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Frequently asked questions

How much do Funeral Service and Mortuary Science graduates from John A Gupton College make?

The median salary is $46,141 one year after graduation and $48,547 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $12,500.

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