- Worsham College of Mortuary Science, founded in 1911, is a private institution offering an Associates Degree in twelve months. The College is dedicated to educating men and women for the funeral service profession. Students attending Worsham College come from all 50 states and many foreign countries. New students are accepted into the program in March and September. The Worsham name is a highly respected one, and the merit and quality of its training are unquestioned. The character of an educational institution is reflected in many ways a committed and dedicated faculty, a strong academic program, a diverse and dynamic student population, and the achievements of its graduates. The pride we take in the success and prominence of so many of our alumni is our best evidence of the excellence of our college. Worsham graduates are among the outstanding leaders in the field of funeral service. The Worsham family shares a deep tradition. It is a tradition known to the new student who walks the hallways for the first time and to our dedicated alumni around the world.
School Highlights
Worsham College of Mortuary Science serves 211 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 96%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 211 students
- Acceptance Rate: 78%
- Student:teacher ratio: 19:1
- Minority enrollment: 97%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Worsham College of Mortuary Science
(IL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
11 staff
227 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Worsham College of Mortuary Science has grown by 78% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 has increased from 11:1 over five years.
The Worsham College of Mortuary Science diversity score of 0.55 is less than the state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has grown by 6% over five years.
Total Enrollment
211 students
2,558 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
12:1
# Full-Time Students
211 students
872 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
1,686 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
130 students
40 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
211 students
872 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
43 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
1,719 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
16 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
132 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
5%
% Asian
16%
12%
% Hispanic
2%
1%
% Black
12%
25%
% White
3%
4%
% Hawaiian
64%
48%
% Two or more races
1%
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
n/a
% Unknown races
n/a
1%
Diversity Score
0.55
0.69
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
0.3913%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.6%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$45,300
$31,800
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
79%
82%
Median Debt for Graduates
$14,408
$8,187
Median Debt for Dropouts
n/a
$4,618
Acceptance Rate
78%
89%
SAT Reading
540
385
SAT Math
505
370
SAT Writing
n/a
355
ACT Composite
24
17
ACT English
24
16
ACT Math
21
16
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Worsham College of Mortuary Science?
The acceptance rate of Worsham College of Mortuary Science is 78%, which is lower than the state average of 89%.
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