Gupton Jones College of Funeral Service

Gupton Jones College of Funeral Service, located in Decatur, Georgia, operates as a specialized institution focused exclusively on mortuary science education approximately 6 miles east of downtown Atlanta. The college offers an Associate of Science degree in Funeral Service Education, preparing students for careers as funeral directors and embalmers through a comprehensive curriculum that combines technical mortuary science coursework with business management training. The campus maintains modern laboratory facilities for practical instruction in embalming and restorative art, while also providing students with exposure to funeral service merchandise and business operations. As part of Pierce Mortuary Colleges, Gupton Jones maintains programmatic accreditation from the American Board of Funeral Service Education (ABFSE) and requires students to complete both academic coursework and practical requirements for licensure eligibility.

Gupton Jones College of Funeral Service is designated as a Predominantly Black Institution (PBI) and receives federal grants supporting the school's efforts to serve low and middle-income Black Americans.