$50 Application Fee Waived for November 2025
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We are pleased to learn of your interest in pursuing studies at Gupton-Jones College of Funeral Service. Our associates programs, are affordable, acclaimed, and student centered. We combine extraordinary faculty with real-world studies. We have an exceptionally diverse student population and an unparalleled support for your goals. For additional information on applying or attending our college, please contact our Admissions Office by emailing [email protected] or call (770) 593-2257. We look forward to answering all your questions or giving you a tour!
Educational requirements are prescribed by statute as well as rules and regulations of the funeral service licensing board of the state in which a student desires to obtain licensure following graduation from Gupton-Jones College of Funeral Service. It is essential that an applicant be familiar with these requirements before enrollment. Licensing criteria vary considerably from state to state so it is strongly recommended that the applicant contact the state licensing board or the Admissions Office to insure compliance in advance of graduation; students may also visit the link below, for further information on Licensing. The minimum requirement for admission in all cases is high school graduation or its equivalent.
The application for matriculation should be completed online at the link above. In addition, the following items are required for admission and acceptance to the College:
1. A completed application for the desired program;
2. A $50.00 non-refundable application fee;
3. The applicant must be at least 18 years of age at the time of program start;
4. Completion of all required enrollment documents via DocuSign for the selected program;
5. A high school transcript certifying graduation, or a GED certificate with scores, sent directly to the College from the issuing institution, or an approved equivalent. All transcripts become the property of the College and part of the student’s permanent academic record and cannot be returned;
Applicants who attended an educational institution outside the United States must also provide the following:
• Certified translation: Submit complete, original academic transcripts accompanied by an official English translation prepared by a certified translator. Certified translators may be located through the American Translators Association.
• Credential evaluation: Submit an official course-by-course and credential evaluation completed by an agency that is a member of either the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE).
6. Official transcripts from all previously attended postsecondary institutions, sent directly to the College from the issuing institutions. All transcripts become the property of the College and part of the student’s permanent academic record and cannot be returned;
7. A recent photograph for identification purposes only:
a. A driver’s license or state-issued identification card is preferred;
The College reserves the right to refuse admission to any applicant when such action is deemed to be in the best interest of the College, its faculty, staff, students, or the funeral service profession.
Once the application and all required admissions documentation have been submitted to the Admissions Office, the application will be reviewed and an admissions decision will be made. Applicants may be contacted via email if additional documentation is required prior to a final decision.
At Gupton-Jones College of Funeral Service, we value and celebrate the diversity of our college community. We are pleased that you are considering Gupton-Jones for your funeral service education.
Our Admissions Office supports international students throughout the admissions process. We are committed to maintaining compliance with federal requirements, helping students understand regulations related to their immigration status, and fostering an open and inclusive environment. We also serve as a resource for our international students and campus partners.
Gupton-Jones College of Funeral Service is authorized to enroll F-1 international students.
Application Requirements
International applicants, or students who graduated from high school abroad, must meet the same admissions standards and complete the same application steps as all other applicants. After being accepted into the program, international applicants must complete additional requirements to obtain the appropriate immigration and transcript documentation.
Applicants who attended an educational institution outside the United States must also provide the following:
Contact Us
For additional information about international student services or the admissions process, contact the Admissions Office at [email protected] or call 770-593-2257.
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