Culinary Schools and Colleges

Whether you dream of becoming a chef, baker, pastry artist, or other culinary professional, there is a culinary school that is perfect for you. A culinary school can teach you a whole spectrum of skills, and it is important for you to choose a cooking school that sets you on your desired career path. Maybe you want to learn international cuisine or the art of food and wine pairing. Whatever professional skills you desire, you can find it within the full palate of available culinary schools.

The Art Institute - The Art Institutes system of schools is a leading educator of students in the creative and applied arts, including design, media, fashion, and culinary programs. Every program of study offered to you is regularly reviewed by industry leaders, advisors, and employers for relevance in the marketplace. Changes are made, if necessary, to integrate subject matter into the curriculum so that our degree programs reflect the way things are done in the real world of work. Programs listed are not offered at all locations. Campus Locations: Arizona: Phoenix California: Los Angeles, Orange County, San Francisco, San Diego, Sacramento, San Bernardino Colorado: Denver Florida: Fort Lauderdale, Miami, Jacksonville, Tampa Illinois: Chicago, Schaumburg Indiana: Indianapolis Massachusetts: Brookline Nevada: Hendersonville New York: New York North Carolina: Charlotte Ohio: Cincinnati Oregon: Portland Pennsylvania: Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and York South Carolina: Charleston Tennessee: Nashville Texas: Dallas, Houston Utah: Draper Virginia: Arlington Washington: Seattle Culinary Degrees • Culinary Arts • Culinary Management • Hotel & Restaurant Management

Arizona Culinary Institute - Craving a new career? At Arizona Culinary Institute, we can help you turn your passion for food into an exciting new career in as little as nine months. Learn from professional chefs, receive the individual attention you deserve, and gain hands-on restaurant experience at du Jour, our fine dining establishment. Learn from a curriculum based on Classical French Methods combined with the best of Modern Techniques. Campus Location: Scottsdale, AZ • Diploma in Culinary Arts: Baking and Restaurant Management

Atlantic Culinary Academy - Atlantic Culinary Academy, a division of McIntosh College, in Dover, New Hampshire offers the world-renowned Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts Program in a small-town setting. In as little as 15 months, you can earn the prestigious Le Cordon Bleu Diplôme, helping to prepare you for entry into the food service industry. Our graduates have gone on to work in some of the most distinguished restaurants. Atlantic Culinary Academy students range from recent high school graduates to mid-life career changers, but they all have one thing in common: the pursuit of their lifetime dream of becoming a chef. Our program is designed to provide an intensive course of study leading to an Associate of Science Degree in Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts. Integrating classical and modern culinary techniques with strong kitchen management skills training, students have the opportunity to learn how to prepare breads, pastries, desserts, appetizers, soups, sauces, vegetables, garde manger, charcuterie and entrees. Campus Location: Dover, NH • Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts

Culinary Academy - The Culinary Academy can train you to become a chef, caterer, or restaurant manager in just nine months. You will receive hands-on training from accomplished professionals, and you will have the opportunity to intern at some of the finest restaurants and hotels in the New York City area. • Baking and Pastry Arts I • Baking and Pastry Arts II DIPLOMA • Commercial Cooking (Evening) • Professional Cooking • Restaurant Management • Hotel and Restaurant Management

California Culinary Academy - The California Culinary Academy offers an AOS (Associate of Occupational Studies) degree in Culinary Arts that integrates classical and modern culinary techniques with strong kitchen management skills. The Academy also offers a Baking and Pastry Arts Certificate program that covers breads and doughs, cakes, service pastry and desserts, and chocolate, confectionery and show pieces. All this, plus the chance to live and learn in one of the world's greatest culinary cities - San Francisco! Associate of Occupational Studies • Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts • Le Cordon Bleu Hospitality and Restaurant Management Certificate • Baking and Pastry Arts

California School of Culinary Arts - Located in Pasadena, California, the California School of Culinary Arts is one of the few culinary schools in America in partnership with the world renowned Le Cordon Bleu. Program includes coursework in Baking and Pastries, Garde Manger, Hot Foods Production, Sanitation, Wine and Beverage, Culinary Language, and Nutritional Cooking. The program also includes a 360-hour externship. Associate of Occupational Studies • Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts Diploma • Le Cordon Bleu Hospitality and Restaurant Management • Le Cordon Bleu Patisserie and Baking

Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts - Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts in Miami offers respected, world-class culinary instruction that can lead you to a successful career as a chef, caterer, baker, or pastry chef. Its prestigious Le Cordon Bleu programs blend a traditional American culinary education with classical French culinary techniques. Campus Location: Miami, FL • Associate of Applied Science Degree in Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts • Associate of Applied Science Degree in Le Cordon Bleu Pâtisserie and Baking

Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts - Engage your passion and train for a rewarding career in the culinary field at the prestigious Le Cordon Bleu Schools. Our dynamic culinary programs are designed to give you the hands-on experience you’ll need to taste success. We offer an approach that combines classical French techniques with modern American technology. Students can receive not only the basic cooking skills any chef needs, but also the tools to create their own recipes and techniques. Campus Location: Minneapolis/St. Louis • Associate of Applied Science Degree in Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts • Associate of Applied Science Degree in Le Cordon Bleu Pâtisserie and Baking

Lincoln College of Technology - Lincoln College of Technology has been successfully training students for over 60 years. You will benefit from a college that holds years of training experience and has an outstanding reputation among employers across the US. Lincoln College is known to hire industry-experienced faculty who provide hands-on training. You are not just sitting in a classroom reading a textbook; you are actually obtaining practical skills that will allow you to begin your career quickly and easily. Just because you have decided to train for a new career does not mean you need to quit your current job. Lincoln College offers day and evening classes so you can keep a flexible schedule that will work with your lifestyle. Once you are ready to graduate, you can also take advantage of career placement assistance. Lincoln College of Technology is an accredited member of Accrediting Council of Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS). Campus Location: West Palm Beach, FL • Culinary Arts

McIntosh College - McIntosh College was founded with one goal in mind - To put students on the path towards a successful and rewarding career! Among colleges in New Hampshire, we offer quality career training, along with degree and certificate programs in a variety of fields. At McIntosh, our experienced instructors come from a variety of professional backgrounds. They can help you gain the hands-on knowledge you'll need to be successful in the real world. And our classes are small, so you can get focused attention. Our educational programs are structured so you can take day or evening classes to fit your schedule, learn a new field, and earn your degree or complete your certificate program in as little as 15 months! Plus, financial aid is available to those who qualify. Campus Location: Dover, NH • Associate of Applied Science Degree in Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts

Orlando Culinary Academy - Looking for the recipe for career success? Gain the practical and creative skills you need to succeed in the fast-paced culinary field at Orlando Culinary Academy, featuring coursework from our renowned Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts Program. Study with experienced, industry-trained chefs and train to become a chef, baker, caterer, and more. Campus Location: Orlando • Associate of Applied Science Degree in Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts • Associate of Applied Science Degree in Le Cordon Bleu Hospitality and Restaurant Management • Associate of Applied Science Degree in Le Cordon Bleu Pâtisserie and Baking

Pennsylvania Culinary Institute - Pennsylvania Culinary Institute can prepare you for a rewarding career as a chef, caterer, pastry chef, or hotel/restaurant manager. Study with accomplished, experienced instructors on industry-current equipment, and receive hands-on training in the prestigious Le Cordon Bleu method. Benefit from extensive career planning assistance after graduation. Campus Location: Pittsburgh • Associate of Applied Science Degree in Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts • Associate of Applied Science Degree in Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Techniques • Associate of Applied Science Degree in Le Cordon Bleu Hospitality and Restaurant Management • Associate of Applied Science Degree in Le Cordon Bleu Pâtisserie and Baking

Scottsdale Culinary Institute - Learn classical French techniques with cutting-edge American technology in the Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Program at Scottsdale Culinary Institute. The 15-month program focuses on hands-on teaching of cooking and baking skills as well as the theoretical knowledge needed for success in the field, and includes a three-month externship at a national location of your choice. Campus Location: Scottsdale, AZ • Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts/Management • Le Cordon Bleu Pâtisserie and Baking • Le Cordon Bleu Hospitality & Restaurant Management

Texas Culinary Academy - Looking for the recipe for career success? Gain the practical and creative skills you need to succeed in the fast-paced culinary field at Texas Culinary Academy, featuring coursework from our renowned Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts Program. Study with experienced, industry-trained chefs and earn your degree in as little as 18 months. • Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts/Management • Le Cordon Bleu Pâtisserie and Baking • Le Cordon Bleu Hospitality & Restaurant Management

The Cooking and Hospitality Institute of Chicago - The Cooking and Hospitality Institute of Chicago (CHIC) was established in 1983. From the very beginning, they differentiated themselves from other culinary institutions by using the traditional, European hands-on approach to culinary education - something that was previously difficult to obtain in the Midwest. The Cooking and Hospitality Institute of Chicago is affiliated with Le Cordon Bleu, a world renowned cooking school, founded in Paris in 1895. Campus Location: Chicago • Associate of Applied Science Degree in Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts • Associate of Applied Science Degree in Le Cordon Bleu Pâtisserie and Baking

Western Culinary Institute - Prepare for an appetizing career in the culinary field at Western Culinary Institute in Portland, OR. Take advantage of our association with the prestigious Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts Program, which combines classical French techniques with innovative American technology. You can also learn the essential business skills you’ll need to succeed in this competitive field. Campus Location: Portland • Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts/Management • Le Cordon Bleu Pâtisserie and Baking • Le Cordon Bleu Hospitality & Restaurant Management

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