Your Life In Food Starts Here

When it comes to learning about food and the business of food, we can say with complete confidence that Culinary Institute of America is truly the best place to begin your future. It’s our hands-on experiential courses; our expert faculty; our unrivaled global reputation. You’ll get all this and more—only at CIA.

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EXPERIENCE

Hands-on learning with expert faculty

Only at CIA

RESTAURANTS

Real-world experience in 9 public restaurants

INTERNSHIPS

World-class, paid internships

NETWORK

The food world’s most powerful alumni

Become the Best of the Best

CIA has been educating the world's premier master chefs and bakers, hospitality leaders, restaurateurs and entrepreneurs for over 75 years—they’re the best of the best! That's why the world’s top food and hospitality companies continually look to hire CIA graduates—they’re a cut above the rest. Are you ready to join them? Hear why it’s the best decision you’ll ever make.

My CIA experience helped open my eyes to the bigger world of the food industry. Not only did I learn so much about food & different cuisines, but got a well-rounded education about the industry from different perspectives.

Andrea Cuellar
Director of Culinary Development for Just Salad

My time at the CIA not only prepared me to enter the working world as a chef, but also helped me get mentally prepared for everything that has followed.

Steve Ells ’90
Founder and executive chairman, Chipotle Mexican Grill

What They’re Saying

Scholarships and financial aid are super important factors when you’re choosing a college. We totally get it—and we’ve got your back. If you’re committed to making the best investment for your future at CIA, we’re committed to helping you get here.

There are so many options available—just ask the more than 90 percent of current CIA students who receive financial assistance. Our financial aid experts are committed to partnering with you through every step of the process so you come away with the best package to fit your needs. Along with federal and state financial aid, the CIA has a generous program that includes merit- and need-based awards and scholarships to help make your dream affordable. In fact, more than $39 million was awarded last year alone.

*Financial aid is available to those that qualify

We’ll Help Get You Here

At the CIA, you’ll find all the ingredients you need to create a college experience that’s uniquely yours—guided by your passions, your interests, and your imagination. Each of our campuses offers a distinct flavor, a unique feel; yet at every one, you’ll be part of a tight-knit, diverse community of students and instructors from all over the world, united in your shared passion for food.

College Life with A Culinary Twist

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