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Worsham College of Mortuary Science

Wheeling, IL·Private for-profit·187 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want small classes and close faculty access. for-profit institutions have higher scrutiny — research carefully. a private for-profit school with 187 students.

73%
Accept
187
Students
$23,925
Net Price
N/A
Grad Rate
$48,100
Earnings
10 yr
$12,000
Debt

About This School

Worsham College of Mortuary Science is a private for-profit institution located in Wheeling, Illinois with approximately 187 undergraduate students enrolled. Worsham College of Mortuary Science has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 73%. The average net price after financial aid is $23,925 per year. Typical graduates earn $48,100 within 10 years of enrollment.

This is a strong option for students set on a career in mortuary science, offering a focused, career-specific program with a notably low median debt of just $12,000 at graduation — well below the national average. The trade-off is a modest earnings ceiling, with graduates typically earning around $48,100 a decade out, so if maximizing long-term income is your priority, this field may feel limiting. Worth considering if you have a clear passion for this profession and want to enter the workforce without significant loan burden.

Setting
Large suburb

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite24

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$24,800
Out-of-State Tuition
$24,800
Avg Net Price
$23,925
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants38%
Median debt at graduation$12,000

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
N/A
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$48,100
after enrollment
Median Debt
$12,000
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$12,000
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$43,700
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$48,100
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 4.0x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White75%
Black13%
Hispanic/Latino11%
Asian1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (187 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Worsham College of Mortuary Science

495 Northgate Pkwy

Wheeling, IL 60090-2646

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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