Testimonials

"I am employed by one of the largest funeral homes in RI because of FINE's reputation of being the Harvard of Mortuary College's and the knowledge & experience I received."

Lawrence J. Quintal, LFD; Russell J. Boyle & Son Funeral Homes, FINE Graduate

"I chose FINE for the ease of scheduling... I was able to complete a full time course of study in only two days/week. I was impressed with the knowledge and experience of the faculty, and their genuine desire to help each student succeed. I thoroughly enjoyed my experience at FINE, the faculty, staff, and administration has created an environment conducive to learning and excelling.

Valerie K. Dulude, LFD; FINE Graduate

"FINE offers a course schedule that caters to working professionals, many of whom travel a significant distance to attend. Class sizes are small and professors are highly committed to student success. Without FINE, it would not have been possible for me to complete my education to become a Licensed Funeral Service Practioner."

Lynn Roberts Reed from Maine; FINE student

"The education I received at FINE Mortuary College provided a strong foundation for my transition into the actual practice of mortuary science and allowed for that transition to be a smooth one."

Dennis Schmidt; FINE Graduate

"Lou and Lyn are honest, conscientious professionals of the highest caliber. FINE is in good hands."

Howard and Marilyn Tokosh; Governing Board of Directors

FINE provides "a quality education, that helped build a solid foundation, for my career in Funeral Service. The schedule is perfect for a working student".

Donna Arthur, LFD; Norwood, MA, FINE Graduate

"A majority of the Professors are working in the funeral industry and that allows for an all around better education as we are speaking from experience. Smaller class room sizes give students and Professors the opportunity to work on materials that may be difficult to understand."

Lauralee Davis, LFD; Guest Lecturer; Cooperative Board of Funeral Directors

As an instructor at FINE, I look forward to working with each student to help them achieve their goal of becoming a licensed funeral director. Students travel from all over New England to attend FINE, and their motivation to succeed is evident. They have a vested interest in each class, since the curriculum is based entirely on educating current and future funeral professionals. The small classes allow me to quickly get to know my students, and to closely monitor their progress. I admire their dedication and commitment as adult learners, and I am confident that when they graduate from FINE they are well prepared to be caring and competent funeral professionals."

Cheryl Amari, M.A.; FINE Instructor, Psychology

"As a proud FINE alumna and now a full-time faculty member, the definitive hallmark of the quality of a FINE education is whether I would entrust my own deceased loved ones to the care of a FINE graduate and my answer would be yes!"

Marsha Wise,'02, FD, MA; Academic Dean, Associate Vice President for Clinical, Tutorial and Outreach Programs

"As a veteran teacher at FINE Mortuary College, I must say that it's a real pleasure to work with such a truly qualified staff of professionals, and to teach so many serious, committed, and dedicated students."

Lau Magner, M.S.; FINE Instructor, Funeral Service Sciences

"As a founder and administrator at FINE, I have had the great pleasure to teach, meet and work with some of the most interesting, provocative, and care-giving people on the planet.. It has been, and continues to be, a fascinating ride. Thanks to all."

Lyn Prendergast, Ph.D.; Executive Vice President

“FINE is a school that really cares about its students. The standards are consistently high for the students, the faculty and the staff. When the students graduate they know what they need to know and we know that we've done our jobs well. These are big reasons why I like working here.”

Kathryn Semple

"My husband, Bill, and I have had numerous occasions to receive the services of funeral home personnel during the last two years. We've much appreciated the professional manner and caring attitude of the FINE graduates serving in these funeral homes."

The Late-Joanne Sperr, FINE Co-Founder

"FINE is not a school for the weary. Your mind and heart has to be in it. It's tough, but by studying hard and networking when the opportunity is available you will succeed and have great friendships to cherish."

Susan Tapia, LFD; FINE Graduate

"The professors, administration and staff as well as the entire student body truly made my experience of mortuary school positive and one that I look back upon fondly, knowing that FINE prepared me well for my profession."

Anthony Cuffe O'Donnell, LED; O'Donnell Funeral & Cremation Service, Danvers & Salem, Massachusetts

“FINE Mortuary College truly prepares the students for the National Board Exam. The weekly class schedule is so convenient for commuting students. The instructors are helpful and astute. They support the students every step of the way by focusing on what topics are necessary to know and understand to pass the National Board Exam.”

Kerrin Cuffe, FINE Graduate