Culinary Institute of America Tuition & Completion (2026)
Culinary Institute of America is a private two-year college in Hyde Park, New York, serving roughly 3,011 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $36,113 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $39,850. Student demographics in federal data include White (45.9%) and Hispanic or Latino (21.6%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $39,850
- 2024 Average Net Price: $36,113 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 91.15% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 3,011 96.2% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 62.92%
- Carnegie Classification: Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or non-degree-granting)
- First-Generation Students: 28.3%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 4.9% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 5.8% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 100.0%
- Average SAT Score: 1060
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 3,960
- Applicants (IPEDS): 2,161
- Room & Board: $15,030 annual estimate
Culinary Institute of America: what the data shows
Common questions about Culinary Institute of America, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Culinary Institute of America?
Culinary Institute of America is located in Hyde Park, NY (ZIP 12538-1499).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is Culinary Institute of America public or private?
Culinary Institute of America is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Culinary Institute of America cost?
Published tuition: $39,850.
Average net price after aid: $36,113.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $29,690 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $29,527 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $34,603 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $38,087 |
| $110,001+ | $41,789 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $159,400.
How hard is it to get into Culinary Institute of America?
Admission rate: 91.15%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1060.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Culinary Institute of America?
Total enrollment: 3,011 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 3,960 students.
Graduate enrollment: 136 students.
About 96% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Culinary Institute of America?
150%-time completion rate: 62.92%.
First-year retention: 70.0%.
What do graduates of Culinary Institute of America earn?
Median earnings: $37,846 six years after entry; $47,475 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $15,750.
28.94% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Culinary Institute of America known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Culinary Arts/Chef Training (444 completions)
- Restaurant/Food Services Management (259 completions)
- Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef (228 completions)
- Culinary Science/Culinology (50 completions)
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other (43 completions)
- Culinary Arts and Related Services, Other (34 completions)
- Hospitality Administration/Management, Other (13 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Culinary Institute of America a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 91.15%; completion rate 62.92%; median earnings $47,475 at 10 years; net price $36,113. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$39,850
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Culinary Institute of America was $39,850.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$36,113
2024 Value
In 2024 Culinary Institute of America had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $36,113.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$144,452 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$36,113 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$159,400 4-Year Tuition
$15,030 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,000 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$55,880 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$223,520 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Culinary Institute of America.
Financial Aid by Income Level
28.94% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
53.23% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Culinary Institute of America was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Culinary Institute of America in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $27,720 | $27,720 | $31,870 |
| 2014 | $28,240 | $28,240 | $30,606 |
| 2015 | $29,250 | $29,250 | $30,321 |
| 2016 | $30,730 | $30,730 | $30,905 |
| 2017 | $31,616 | $31,616 | $31,036 |
| 2018 | $32,720 | $32,720 | $30,262 |
| 2019 | $33,690 | $33,690 | $28,546 |
| 2020 | $34,650 | $34,650 | $27,894 |
| 2021 | $35,550 | $35,550 | $27,129 |
| 2022 | $36,620 | $36,620 | $30,130 |
| 2023 | $38,410 | $38,410 | $31,864 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
91.15% Acceptance Rate
2,161 Total Applicants
1,983 Students Admitted
680 First-Time Students Enrolled
34.29% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1060
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Culinary Institute of America reported total enrollment of about 3,011 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 50% male and 50% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (45.9%), Hispanic or Latino (21.6%), and Black or African American (8.2%). About 28.94% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 28.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
96.2% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Culinary Institute of America in 2024 is 3,011 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 3,960 students. Graduate enrollment is about 136 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
70.0%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 45.9%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
50.00% 100% Completion Time
62.92% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 50.00% of students graduating from Culinary Institute of America completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Culinary Arts/Chef Training: 66% male / 34% female
- Restaurant/Food Services Management: 51% male / 49% female
- Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef: 16% male / 84% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Culinary Institute of America.
Return on Investment
$15,750 Median Student Debt
$47,475 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
33.18% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
228.66% Return on Investment
3.3 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Culinary Institute of America.
Top Programs by Completions
7 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 8 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Culinary Arts/Chef Training: 444 completions
2. Restaurant/Food Services Management: 259 completions
3. Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef: 228 completions
4. Culinary Science/Culinology: 50 completions
5. Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other: 43 completions
6. Culinary Arts and Related Services, Other: 34 completions
7. Hospitality Administration/Management, Other: 13 completions
Most popular programs at Culinary Institute of America.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Culinary Institute of America graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Culinary Institute of America from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 100.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $10,143
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $15,686
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Culinary Institute of America is a private non-profit institution located in Hyde Park, NY, classified as Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or non-degree-granting). In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Culinary Arts/Chef Training, Restaurant/Food Services Management, Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef. Enrollment is approximately 3,011 students. Student body composition includes White (45.9%), Hispanic or Latino (21.6%), Black or African American (8.2%). The admission rate is 91.15%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1060. The 150%-time completion rate is 62.92%. Approximately 28.94% of students receive Pell Grants. About 28.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or non-degree-granting)
Location
Hyde Park, NY 12538-1499
Region: Mid East
Insights and Analysis
Culinary Institute of America provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Culinary Institute of America located?
Culinary Institute of America is located in Hyde Park, NY.
What is Culinary Institute of America's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Culinary Institute of America is 91.1% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 2,161 applicants and 1,983 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Culinary Institute of America cost?
Reported tuition is $39,850 and average net price is $36,113 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $15,030 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Culinary Institute of America?
Culinary Institute of America reports undergraduate enrollment of about 3,960 students, White (45.9%), Hispanic or Latino (21.6%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Culinary Institute of America?
About 28.3% of students at Culinary Institute of America are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Culinary Institute of America?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Culinary Institute of America reports midpoint SAT about 1060.
What do graduates of Culinary Institute of America earn?
Median earnings are $37,846 six years after entry and $47,475 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Culinary Institute of America?
The 150%-time completion rate is 62.9% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Culinary Institute of America students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $15,750.
Is Culinary Institute of America public or private?
Culinary Institute of America is a private nonprofit institution located in Hyde Park, NY.
Is Culinary Institute of America an HBCU?
No. Culinary Institute of America is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Culinary Institute of America a tribal college?
No. Culinary Institute of America is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- New York college costs
- New York colleges by ROI
- Mid East regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
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Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.