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The campus of Commonwealth Institute Of Funeral Service is in Houston, Texas, which is a large suburb. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at Commonwealth Institute Of Funeral Service include, at the school's highest level, the Associate's degree.
The school is known for its programs in funeral and mortuary science.
Admission at Commonwealth Institute Of Funeral Service is selective, not open to all who apply.
In 2005, the school had 143 students enrolled (136 full-time equivalent).
More complete details are provided below.
Commonwealth Institute Of Funeral Service
415 Barren Springs Dr
Houston, TX 77090-5918
General Phone: (281) 873-0262
Admissions Phone: (281) 873-0262
Financial Aid Phone: (281) 873-0262
http://www.commonwealthinst.com
Commonwealth Institute Of Funeral Service awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Funeral And Mortuary Science | 69 | funeral and mortuary |
Number of programs and degrees for Commonwealth Institute Of Funeral Service in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 57 | 1 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 12 | 1 |
In 2005, Commonwealth Institute Of Funeral Service had a total enrollment of 143 students (136 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 53% |
| Women | 47% |
| Full-Time | 92% |
| Part-Time | 8% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 48% |
| Black | 36% |
| Hispanic | 16% |
| American Indian | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Texas | 90% |
| Louisiana | 4% |
| Arkansas | 4% |
| Foreign countries | 2% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 63 % |
| Part-Time | 86 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Houston, Texas for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Texas Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 75 | 75 | 100% | 75 | 100% |
| Men | 40 | 40 | 100% | 40 | 100% |
| Women | 35 | 35 | 100% | 35 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | not required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | recommended |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | recommended |
Admissions Phone Number: (281) 873-0262
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 7,620 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 7,620 |
Financial Aid:
Commonwealth Institute Of Funeral Service participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 355600)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (281) 873-0262
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | calendar year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
FUNERAL AND MORTUARY SCIENCE
Funeral Service and Mortuary Science, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Commonwealth Institute Of Funeral Service Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of degrees in funeral and mortuary science (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Offers part-time study On-campus library
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