Gupton Jones College of Funeral Service ★ Hidden gem
Decatur, Georgia · Private, nonprofit · 338 undergraduates
All 1 programs with reported earnings leave graduates out-earning a typical Georgia high-school graduate (about $33,813/yr). Another 1 programs did not have enough data to judge.
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $28,697 |
| $30k to $48k | $29,350 |
| $48k to $75k | $30,536 |
| All families (average) | $29,047 |
Net price is the yearly cost after grants and scholarships, by family income (College Scorecard). Credit: TuitionTracker.
Program earnings vs a high-school graduate
| Program | Credential | Median earnings | vs HS grad | Verdict | Median debt | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Funeral Service and Mortuary Science | Associate's Degree | $49,039 | +$15,226 | clears the bar | $15,937 | 1 yr |
Access and outcomes: 55% of students receive Pell grants · 75% complete their program.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (release 2026-06-10). Earnings are median earnings of graduates measured up to four years after completing, compared to the state high-school-graduate earnings threshold. Figures describe past graduates and are never a promise. Method: methodology. Something look wrong? Report it.