Funeral Service and Mortuary Science, General at City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College in Chicago, IL

Personal & Culinary Services ASSOCIATE CIP 12.0301

Total Graduates

Class of 2025

Male Graduates

24%

4 of 17

Female Graduates

76%

13 of 17

Annual Tuition & Fees

$12,090

In-state, incl. fees

How to read these numbers

Total Graduates counts the students who completed the Funeral Service and Mortuary Science, General. credential during the 2025 academic year, not those currently enrolled or applied. Programs of this size can be excellent — often with closer faculty contact — but the small cohort means year-over-year completion counts can swing significantly. The gender split is based on completers in this single award year and can shift meaningfully year to year — especially in smaller cohorts — so read the percentages as a recent snapshot rather than a fixed property of the program. The $12,090 figure is the published annual tuition and required fees — what the school officially charges before financial aid. Most students pay less once federal Pell grants, state aid, and institutional scholarships are applied, so treat this as a starting point rather than an expected out-of-pocket cost. Because every accredited college reports the same fields to IPEDS each year, you can compare City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College's figures against similar programs at other schools on a like-for-like basis.

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Funeral Service and Mortuary Science, General.

Degree Level ASSOCIATE

CIP Code 12.0301

Program Family Personal & Culinary Services

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 17 graduates

Award Year 2025

Gender Distribution 24% male, 76% female

License Requirements for Embalmers in Illinois

Working in this field in Illinois may require a state license, depending on the role and how you practice. Check the requirements below before enrolling — license rules shape how much schooling and on-the-job experience you'll need.

Funeral Director And Embalmer
Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation · No exam · No experience

Source: CareerOneStop License Finder, U.S. Department of Labor. License requirements change — always verify with the issuing agency before enrolling in a program.

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

🎯

Embalmers

Average Starting Salary

$56,280

10-Year Job Growth

+1.3%

Career Readiness Score

70/100

100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title	Starting Salary	Growth Rate	Skill Match	Mapping
Embalmers SOC: 39-4011	$45,024	+1.3%	75%	primary100% confidence
Funeral Home Managers SOC: 11-9171	$61,464	+4.1%	75%	primary100% confidence
Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers SOC: 39-4031	$39,840	+3.1%	75%	primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$42,210

Peak Salary

$70,350

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

✓ Skills Covered in Program (2)

● Speaking

● Active Listening

ℹ Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

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Institution

School Name City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College

Location Chicago, IL

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $12,090

Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $15,150

Average Net Price $7,623

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Program Information

CIP Code: 12.0301

CIP Family: 12

IPEDS ID: