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Private For-Profit2-year

Worsham College of Mortuary Science

Wheeling, Illinois Β· Suburb: LargeOfficial Website β†—

#2401
Nationally
#106
In Illinois
73%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 80%
$23,800
Annual Tuition
per year
187
Undergrad Enrollment
Under 1,000
Overall Score & Rankings
50/100
Good
#2401 nationally
#106 in Illinois
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes50
πŸ’°Affordability55
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth40

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

Worsham College of Mortuary Science is a private for-profit two-year community college located in Wheeling, Illinois. With 187 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 73%, the institution is considered moderately selective. Annual tuition is $23,800, significantly below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $23,005 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate73%↑ Above avg
National avg: 80%
22
Applied
16
Admitted
16
Enrolled
Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$23,800/yr
Room & Board$1,495/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$26,295/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$23,800↑ 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$23,005
$30,001 – $48,000$23,445
Student Body
187
Total Undergrads
77% F / 23% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 75%
Hispanic 11%
Black 13%
Asian 1%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($23,800/yr) is well below the national average for private for-profit colleges
  • βœ“Reasonable room and board costs at $1,495/yr
  • βœ“Small campus environment (187 students) β€” more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • Β·Net price for families earning under $30K is $23,005/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 For-Profit
LocationWheeling, Illinois
SettingSuburb: Large
SizeUnder 1,000
Affordability Spotlight
$23,005
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
#106
in Illinois out of 7+ colleges
#2401
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.