Dallas Institute of Funeral Service



3909 South Buckner Blvd.
Dallas, Texas 75227


Dallas Institute of Funeral Service in Dallas, Texas, is a non-profit institution offering educational opportunities for those interested in a career in funeral service. This Dallas college prepares students for entry into the funeral professional and for a state and/or national board examination for licensure.

The Institute offers two programs -- Associate of Applied Science in Funeral Service, and Funeral Director's Program.

The Associate of Applied Science program offers theoretical and practical fundamentals of funeral service. The associate program meets the prerequisites for licensure and employment in the field.

The Funeral Director's program does not include general education courses or instruction in embalming and related science courses. The curriculum prepares students to be licensed and employed as a Funeral Director in the states of Texas or Missouri. The Funeral Director's program does not meet the prerequisites for the National Board Examination.

Dallas Institute of Funeral Service's Associate of Applied Science degree Program is accredited by the American Board of Funeral Services Education (ABFSE).

Quick Facts:

  • Dallas Institute of Funeral Service is a member of the National Association of Colleges of Mortuary Science, the Texas Funeral Directors Association, and the National Funeral Directors Association.

  • Financial aid is available to qualified students.

  • Dallas Institute of Funeral Service offers distance learning to provide students an opportunity to complete most or all of their general studies courses at home.

  • Pi Sigma Eta is an honorary funeral service fraternity represented at Dallas Institute of Funeral Service.

  • Firms associated with funeral service entertain students via the Allied Trades Activities.

  • Most living accommodations are in nearby, modern apartments.

  • Dallas Institute of Funeral Service continuously makes efforts to secure part-time employment for students.

  • Employment assistance is provided to both graduates and employers.

  • This school profile has been compiled and updated by The CollegeBound Network. The school is not affiliated with The CollegeBound Network and shall not be considered a sponsor of this program.
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