As a funeral services major at Point Park University, Linn Webb '12 worked as an autopsy intern for the Allegheny County Medical Examiner's Office.
Program Options
Traditional (3-1) Bachelor of Science Degree
In cooperation with the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science, we offer a Bachelor of Science degree requiring three years of study at Point Park University, followed by one year of study at PIMS.
Curriculum
Our traditional funeral service program begins at Point Park University. After earning 72 credits at Point Park, you will attend PIMS to complete the 12-month, three-trimester diploma program. Upon completion of requirements at both schools, you will graduate with a Bachelor of Science degree.
Financial Aid
Point Park’s Office of Financial Aid will process your financial aid — including your year at PIMS. If you choose to live on campus during your PIMS year, federal and state financial aid awards will be applied to housing expenses first. Any remainder will be refunded to you, and you will be responsible for paying PIMS tuition. Students are not eligible for University scholarships or grants through Point Park while taking classes at PIMS.
Capstone Bachelor of Science Degree
In cooperation with the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science, we offer a Bachelor of Science Capstone degree which requires completion of the 20-month, five-trimester Associate in Specialized Business degree at PIMS, followed by one year of study at Point Park.
Curriculum
Our capstone funeral service program follows study at the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science. After completing the 20-month, five-trimester Associate in Specialized Business Degree at PIMS, you will attend Point Park to earn 36 credits. Upon completion of requirements at both schools, you will graduate with a Bachelor of Science degree.
Financial Aid
Upon admission into the capstone program, Point Park’s Office of Financial Aid will process your financial aid.
Apply online now for the traditional or capstone funeral services program.