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Students enrolled in an ABFSE-accredited funeral service or mortuary science program who have completed at least one term and have at least one term remaining after the award date may apply. U.S. citizens, permanent residents, F-1 visa holders, and DACA students are eligible.
Scholarships are generally $1,500 to $2,500 for an academic year and are applied directly to tuition after enrollment is certified. The number of recipients varies each cycle.
Submit the online application and supporting documents postmarked by September 1. Students may apply once per calendar year.
The American Board of Funeral Service Education has awarded funeral service scholarships since the 1960s.
The American Board of Funeral Service Education - National Scholarship awards $2,500.
September 1, 2026. Applications submitted after the deadline are typically not considered, so plan to finish early.
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Key requirements include: Undergraduate; Graduate; Health Professions; United States. Check the full eligibility section above, or create a free Award Scholar profile to have every requirement checked against your profile automatically.
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