D
Below Average
Score: 35/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
63/100 · earnings-weighted

American Academy McAllister Institute of Funeral Service

2-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 New York, New York 10036
ℹ️
Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 29%
Outcomes
C
50/100
Affordability
D
40/100
Resources
D
40/100
Experience
F
23/100
Prestige
F
13/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

282
Total Enrollment
29%
Graduation Rate
78%
Retention Rate
25.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at American Academy McAllister Institute of Funeral Service, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$54,695
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$47,902
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$21,150
Median debt at graduation
25%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
33.7%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 39% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 73rd percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (NY wage index 1.10). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at American Academy McAllister Institute of Funeral Service

Median pay of associate's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Funeral Service and Mortuary Science$47,982$60,648+15%#5 of 24#6$22,300

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

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  • Avg home value near campus: $996,591
  • Avg rent near campus: $4,731/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 10036 (3.7% cap, New York)

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🏆 Where American Academy McAllister Institute of Funeral Service Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#24
Funeral Service and Mortuary Science, General
of 28 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $19,838 $19,838

Financial Aid

67%
Receive Any Aid
56%
Receive Pell Grants
67%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Funeral Service and Mortuary Science, General 82 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from American Academy McAllister Institute of Funeral Service's top programs commonly pursue.

Funeral home managers
$77k/yr 32,100 jobs
Embalmers
$56k/yr 3,600 jobs
Morticians, undertakers, and funeral arrangers
$50k/yr 27,500 jobs

Student Demographics

282
Total Students
67%
Women
21%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 50%
Hispanic 12%
Black 28%
Asian 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 14%
Hybrid (Some Online) 3%
Fully Online 83%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 21%
25-64 (Adult) 78%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at American Academy McAllister Institute of Funeral Service?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend American Academy McAllister Institute of Funeral Service?
Tuition at American Academy McAllister Institute of Funeral Service is $19,838 for in-state students and $19,838 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at American Academy McAllister Institute of Funeral Service?
The graduation rate at American Academy McAllister Institute of Funeral Service is 29%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is American Academy McAllister Institute of Funeral Service a good school?
American Academy McAllister Institute of Funeral Service has a Repit College Score of 35/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (D): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (F): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend American Academy McAllister Institute of Funeral Service?
American Academy McAllister Institute of Funeral Service has a total enrollment of 282 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology