Mount Ida College

What Makes NEI Unique?

Founded originally in 1893, the New England Institute (NEI) has a long and distinguished history, growing and changing as the role of the funeral director in the community has continued to evolve.

Over the course of the 20th century, funeral directors have come to serve as advisors, administrators, supporters and caregivers. As a result, funeral service professionals today must possess not only the technical knowledge to enter the field, but also the interpersonal skills to offer compassion to those in need and the business acumen become a leader in the industry and in the community.

That’s why NEI emphasizes the importance of a well-rounded education – exposing you to traditional liberal arts courses like Composition and Literature and Introduction to Psychology, as well as the specific industry-related courses required for licensure by the American Board of Funeral Service Education and the National Conference of Funeral Examining Boards of the United States.

As one of the oldest institutions in the country, NEI has always been known for its progressive approach to funeral service education. Our distinguished faculty is comprised of experts in the field, each of whom bring an in-depth knowledge of their respective disciplines. Plus, our state-of-the-art funeral service facility includes specialized training centers, classrooms and a large lecture hall.

Depending on your educational goals and educational background, you can choose to enroll in either a traditional associate degree program, one of two bachelor degree programs, or our new one-year accelerated track.