Overview
Founded in 1946, The Culinary Institute of America is a private, not-for-profit, Middle-States-accredited college offering food- and hospitality-focused associate, bachelor’s, and master’s degree programs. At the CIA’s main campus in New York, as well as at the branch campuses in California and Texas, students get experiential learning through 1,300 hours of hands-on instruction in its kitchens, bakeshops, and on-campus restaurants, along with an internship at one of 2,000+ CIA-approved properties. CIA students can customize their education to fit their interests with a variety of academic concentrations and study abroad opportunities. As graduates, they join the CIA’s 50,000+ alumni network, which includes industry leaders.
Acceptance Rate:
95%
Average Net Price:
$28,546
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
3.3
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $37,240 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $37,240 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $13,680 |
| Books and Supplies | $1000 |
Aid & Grants
0
100
79%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
30%
Average Aid Per Year
$20,215
30%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,464
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$16,792
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
68%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$12,704
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$12,000
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$114
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
No
Important Deadlines
Admitted Student Stats
5%
Submitting ACT
22%
Submitting SAT
Admissions Resources
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Master's
Total Number of Students
3,124
Total Number of Undergrads
3,005
Student:Faculty Ratio
20:1
US National: 21:1Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
5
Faculty Overview
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Housing
0
100
85%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Steels
School Colors
green and gold
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$46,300
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingEvery day is filled with TONS of material, so every day you are learning brand new techniques and methods. Because the class sizes are relatively small at the Culinary Institute of America, the Chefs/Professors are able to help each student more towards his or her individual needs, which is much appreciated.
Kristopher from Chesterbrook, PA
First of all we are on a block system with new classes every three or six weeks depending on the block. Each block contains classes which if they are kitchen classes are everyday. These classes you will have hands on training as well as lectures on specific subjects. For example, in Cuisines of Asia you will have three days dedicated to just Chinese food. In addition to learning the specific techniques you will also learn of the geography, flavor profiles, and food styles specific to the different regions. An example of the academic classes, would be B-Block. This block contains the class: Introduction to Gastronomy, Culinary Mathematics, Product Knowledge, and Food Safety. Product Knowledge you will learn all about produce and their quality and condition, how to choose them and how to identify them. Food Safety allows you to learn about the risks of unsafe food. You will also study for the ServSafe test.
There is also an 18 week externship where the students will apply for jobs in the industry and work. This allows the students to experience the industry and show them how its works, the process of applying to a job, network, and ultimately hone their skills in the kitchen.
Although we take a plenitude of classes, we complete them in a shorter amount of time, which can lead to students unable to grasp the knowledge needed to pass.
There is also an 18 week externship where the students will apply for jobs in the industry and work. This allows the students to experience the industry and show them how its works, the process of applying to a job, network, and ultimately hone their skills in the kitchen.
Although we take a plenitude of classes, we complete them in a shorter amount of time, which can lead to students unable to grasp the knowledge needed to pass.
Herbert from Marlboro, NJ
Each chef and professor has a different teaching style which really helps me learn. I think by getting so many views on one topic I am able to understand it better because one chef may be able to explain a topic more clearly than another. The variety of teaching styles keeps the information fresh and new while still sticking to the basics that everyone NEEDS to know.
Alyssa from Hillsborough, NJ
Excellent training in both baking and culinary arts. Master trained chefs and world-class instructors. Professionalism is key.
Leah from Milton, WV
I'm currently on extern but in my first year alone I've learned more than spending 6 years in the kitchen! Just ask questions and be ready for class!
Michael from North Canton, OH
The campus is beautiful. One of the best culinary schools around. Many opportunities for work/study.
Calum from Tampa, FL
This school prepares you for the real world. You learn so much just in one day of class and everyday the work you do is hands on. You get to learn first hand from top chefs who have been in the culinary industry for many years and the small classes give you the opportunity to work one on one with your chef.
Ilona from Brooklyn, NY
The Culinary Institute of America is the No. 1 school for Culinary Arts.
It's only teaches culinary and baking and pastry.
Its student graduates are well trained and many are celebrity chefs.
Everything you want to know about the school is online, even virtual maps of campus.
It's only teaches culinary and baking and pastry.
Its student graduates are well trained and many are celebrity chefs.
Everything you want to know about the school is online, even virtual maps of campus.
C.D. from Tampa, FL
culinary institute of america is a good school for culinary course.
it have a wonderful facilities.
they could offer a worth it study in there school.
it have a wonderful facilities.
they could offer a worth it study in there school.
angelika mae from philippines
The Culinary Institute of America provides their students with practical and theoretical knowledge on the highest level of education a culinary student can receive. The CIA is a prestigious culinary school of the finest, geared towards teaching their students to be leaders in the food and beverage industry. It is a fantastic school that is meant for anyone interested in pursuing a culinary career.
Sarah from San Diego, CA
