Food Is Your Calling. Take Your Next Step at CIA.
At Culinary Institute of America, you'll experience a first-class culinary education built on industry insight and real-world training. Develop the skills and confidence to pursue opportunities across the food world.
We offer associate and bachelor’s programs along with online master’s degrees to fit wherever you are in your journey, including:
- Associate in Culinary Arts (On campus)
- Associate in Baking/Pastry Arts (On campus)
- Bachelor's in Hospitality Management (On campus)
- Bachelor's in Applied Food Studies (On campus)
- Master's in Food Business (Online)
- Master's in Sustainable Food Studies (Online)
No matter if you’re joining us on campus or completing your degree online, you’ll receive expert instruction from accomplished professionals who are excited to help you find your place in the culinary industry.
The World’s Premier Culinary College
At CIA, you’ll gain a transformative education centered on food. Gain hands-on experience, strengthen your skills, and connect with industry professionals while becoming part of a community that shares your passion for food.
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Online Master’s Programs
Choose from online master’s degrees in Food Business, Sustainable Food Systems, Wine and Beverage Management, and Culinary Therapeutics. You’ll complete your degree in a flexible online format and join us on campus for a short residency that gives you hands-on experience in your field.
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Undergraduate Programs
Prepare for a new career with degrees that help you get started. With associate offerings in culinary and baking arts and bachelor’s degrees across food business, hospitality, culinary science, and more, you’ll gain skills, knowledge, and experience to make a difference in your career and community.
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Affordability
Invest in your future with a CIA education. We offer a variety of grants, loans, and scholarships for both our undergraduate and graduate levels. Our skilled advisors are committed to helping you receive the best financial aid packages available, so you can approach your education focused on the future, not the cost.
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Our Campuses
Find your place at a CIA campus across the country. Our main campus is in Hyde Park, New York, with additional locations in Napa Valley, California, and San Antonio, Texas. Each location offers unique engagement activities, career resources, and state-of-the-art facilities for your culinary instruction.
Feel Confident About the Investment You’re Making
We believe that you should be challenged by your education, not by the cost of returning to school. That’s why 90% of our students receive some form of financial aid, totaling more than $48 million in scholarships and grants.
You can also work with financial aid advisors who guide you through the FAFSA and help you understand your options. Transfer credit opportunities may allow you to apply up to 60 credits toward your degree, helping you reduce costs and complete your program quicker.
The CIA experience connects you directly to the food and hospitality industries. With Career Services support and access to a network of 55,000+ alumni, you gain the tools and connections to take the next step in your career, increasing your professional confidence and earning potential.
Ben Dorsey, Food Business Management Student“I think CIA is helping me by connecting me with incredibly hard-working and talented chefs on our faculty. Connecting with them and learning from them is probably the most invaluable resource we have here. ”
Questions Are Welcome!
Whether you’re comparing programs, thinking about timing, or exploring how a CIA degree could fit into your life, the admissions team is here to help.
Thanks for Your Interest in CIA!
We’ll be in touch with more information soon. In the meantime, learn more about us and how we can help you reach your goals. Or if you’re ready to take the next step, we invite you to apply today!
What Does Your Future Hold?
Our community is filled with diverse backgrounds, unique perspectives, and personal experiences from all walks of life, but we’re united by a love for food and a desire to succeed. Our alumni thrive across the food, wine and beverage, and hospitality industries.
Here are some of the many opportunities waiting:
- Executive chef
- Pastry chef
- Hotel manager
- Food entrepreneur
- Research and development specialist
- Food policy or advocacy professional
The career you’ve been dreaming of is within reach. Our faculty experts will help you build in-demand skills that set you apart in the industry, and our 55k+ member alumni network allows you to build connections across the globe.
The World’s Best Career Fair
Our Career Fairs are the best in the industry and connect you directly with employers across the food, beverage, and hospitality industries. Held three times a year on our New York campus—and with 150+ companies attending—these events give you the opportunity to meet recruiters, explore career paths, and learn about internships and full-time roles in one place.
Beyond the fair, you can continue building connections through Culinary Connect, our online job portal exclusively for CIA students and alumni. With jobs added every day, from entry level to leadership, you can search opportunities by field, location, cuisine, and restaurant quality, with roles posted each year to help you move forward with confidence.
Ben Dorsey, Food Business Management Student“I think CIA is helping me by connecting me with incredibly hard-working and talented chefs on our faculty. Connecting with them and learning from them is probably the most invaluable resource we have here. ”
Food is your opportunity.Apply to CIA Today!
It’s your moment. Make your move at CIA. Whether you’re just starting out, changing careers, or bringing prior experience to the next level—CIA offers unmatched education and real-world opportunities to help you achieve your goals. Submit your application today to receive:
- Automatic merit scholarship consideration
- A waived application fee with code: FUTURECIA
- Guidance and support from a dedicated admissions counselor
Questions Are Welcome!
Whether you’re comparing programs, thinking about timing, or exploring how a CIA degree could fit into your life, the admissions team is here to help.