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US Initiatives
Private Nonprofit2-year

Commonwealth Institute of Funeral Service

Houston, Texas Β· City: LargeOfficial Website β†—

#3699
Nationally
#224
In Texas
$15,213
Annual Tuition
per year
382
Undergrad Enrollment
Under 1,000
Overall Score & Rankings
43/100
Average
#3699 nationally
#224 in Texas
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes50
πŸ’°Affordability33
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth47

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Commonwealth Institute of Funeral Service is a private nonprofit two-year community college located in Houston, Texas. The college enrolls approximately 382 undergraduate students. Annual tuition is $15,213, significantly below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $33,982 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution.

Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$15,213/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$15,313/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$15,213↑ Above avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$33,982
Student Body
382
Total Undergrads
78% F / 22% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 39%
Hispanic 29%
Black 31%
Asian 1%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($15,213/yr) is well below the national average for private nonprofit colleges
  • βœ“Small campus environment (382 students) β€” more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • Β·Net price for families earning under $30K is $33,982/yr β€” explore all aid options before applying
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students planning to transfer to a 4-year university, working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees, and students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPrivate Nonprofit
LocationHouston, Texas
SettingCity: Large
SizeUnder 1,000
Affordability Spotlight
$33,982
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#224
in Texas out of 7+ colleges
#3699
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.