Julia Child explained to me what it takes to be an aspiring chef. She said The Culinary Institute of America is the Harvard of culinary schools. The next day I applied.

The Culinary Institute of America

There's no more dynamic place in the world to study food. Our proven degree programs feature 1,300-plus hands-on kitchen hours, and our outstanding faculty and facilities are just what you need to satisfy your passion. Food is opportunity, so start your culinary career today with a CIA degree.
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Read student, faculty, and alumni success stories. Keep up-to-date with all the latest and greatest events on campus, from special guest visitors to the latest in sports. Watch recipe videos led by our chef-instructors and listen to podcasts.

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If you love to cook, the CIA's culinary arts programs will give you every opportunity to satisfy that passion. You will:

  • Develop a command of both classic and contemporary culinary methodology.
  • Prepare and understand the many global cuisines that drive today's industry.
  • Expand your horizons in basic baking, nutrition, menu development, management, communication, and finance.
  • Be ready to pursue such careers as chef, caterer and event planner, restaurateur, and hospitality and service manager.

Programs offered in: NY, CA, TX

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Accepting Applications:
Winter 2012
Spring 2012
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3C Career
Discovery Program

This special program is for college graduates, career changers, and career advancers. Work in a CIA kitchen, attend a cooking demonstration and more. Immerse yourself in the culinary world of the CIA.

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If your creativity shines in the bakeshop, our baking and pastry arts programs will bring out the best in you. You will:

  • Flex your creative muscles crafting hearth and specialty breads, desserts, pasteries, patisseries, and confections.
  • Round out your skill set in basic cooking, nutrition, menu development, communication, management, and finance.
  • Prepare and serve both savory items and baked goods in a real bakery café environment.
  • Be ready to pursue such careers as pastry chef, chocolatier, and bakery café manager.

Programs offered in: NY, CA

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Accepting Applications:
Winter 2012
Spring 2012

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You have a passion for the world of foodservice and hospitality. You also have industry experience and a college degree. Now how can you get that extra "something" you need to stand out with employers? Take your career to the next level with our Wine and Beverage Program. You will:

  • Gain expertise in service, food and beverage pairing, the business of beverages, and more.
  • Hone your tasting and sensory evaluation abilities.
  • Explore flavor dynamics, mixology, and cellar management.
  • Be ready to pursue such careers as sommelier, food and beverage manager, wine bar manager, and beverage director.

Program offered in: CA

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Accepting Applications:
Fall 2012
 
 
 
 
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