The semester, explained for Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science Inc
Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.
Relevant term
Fall 2026
Campus terms
8
Local details
7
Academic calendar
Fall 2026 runs Aug 10, 2026 – Oct 4, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.
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8 terms
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A
ABFSE
American Board of Funeral Service Education, the accrediting body for the PIMS programs.
C
Clinicals
The hands-on embalming sessions and practical requirements students must complete for graduation.
N
NBE
National Board Examination, the standardized test students must pass for professional licensure.
NFDA
National Funeral Directors Association, which has a student chapter at the institute.
P
PFS
Pennsylvania Funeral Directors Association, often involved with student networking and events.
R
RA
Shorthand for Restorative Art, a core subject and lab-intensive course.
T
The Boards
The National Board Exams (NBE) that students prepare for throughout their final semesters.
The Lounge
The student break area and common room where students eat and socialize, as the school has no formal cafeteria.
Places and practicalities
Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.
7 details
Baum
The main and only campus building located at 5808 Baum Boulevard.
Clinical Log
The mandatory documentation students must maintain to track their required embalming cases.
RA Lab
The Restorative Art laboratory where students practice facial reconstruction and cosmetology.
The Catalog
The official PIMS Student Handbook and Catalog which contains all academic and conduct policies.
The Comp
Comprehensive examinations administered by the school to determine readiness for the National Board Exam.
The Lab
The clinical embalming facility where students perform practical requirements.
The Library
The John Rebol Memorial Library, the primary study and research space on campus.
Quick answers
Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.
What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 runs Aug 10, 2026 – Oct 4, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
8 approved campus terms and 7 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.
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A select group of students who represent the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science at various events, assist with student recruitment, and serve as leaders in the PIMS community.
Sigma Phi Sigma
A national honorary funeral service fraternity that recognizes students with high academic standing and a commitment to the profession. Membership is by invitation.
Invite only
Student Government Association (SGA)
Serves as the voice of the student body, plans student activities and fundraising events, and acts as a liaison between students and the administration.
Open to all
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Holiday Luncheon
An annual luncheon for students to celebrate the holiday season.
Drop in any time
Resources & spaces
Career Services
Provides resources and assistance to students and alumni with job searching, resume building, and career planning in the funeral service profession.
Open to all
Counseling Services
Provides confidential counseling and support services to help students manage personal challenges, stress, and mental health concerns.
Open to all
Disability Services
Works with students with documented disabilities to provide reasonable accommodations and ensure equal access to educational programs and activities.
Financial Aid Office
Assists students with applying for federal and state financial aid, scholarships, and managing tuition payments.
Open to all
PIMS Library
Offers a specialized collection of books, journals, and online resources related to mortuary science, as well as study spaces and research assistance.
Open to all
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Timezone
Eastern Time (ET)
Median Rent
$1,150
Cost of Living Index
93
Student Population
80,000
City Transportation
Walkability
62
Bikeability
63
Public Transit
Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus network, Light rail (The T), Inclines (Duquesne Incline, Monongahela Incline)
Nearest Airports
Pittsburgh International Airport
Climate Averages
Climate
Humid continental
Avg Annual Temp
50.1°F
Avg Snowfall
41.4 in
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Main Campus Lots
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Two lots located directly adjacent to the main building at 5808 Baum Blvd.
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