Funeral Service and Mortuary Science at Vincennes University

Vincennes University's funeral service program stands out in Indiana, placing graduates in the 60th percentile statewide with median first-year earnings of $44,581—nearly $7,000 above the state median of $37,506. While the program performs closer to national averages (49th percentile), the state comparison matters more for most students, since funeral service is inherently local and many graduates will stay in Indiana where licensure requirements vary by state.

The debt picture is mixed but manageable. At $15,625, graduates carry about 22% less debt than the national median of $20,000, resulting in a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.35. That means roughly four months of gross salary to cover the full debt load—a workable situation for entering a stable profession. However, this program ranks in the 74th percentile nationally for debt, meaning a quarter of similar programs graduate students with even less borrowing.

The critical caveat: this data comes from fewer than 30 graduates, so individual circumstances could vary significantly from these medians. That said, for Indiana families seeking mortuary science training, Vincennes appears to deliver better earnings outcomes than its in-state competitors while keeping debt reasonable. The combination of above-state-median earnings and below-national-median debt makes this a solid option for students certain about this career path.