Earn a degree from the Culinary Institute of America and you’ll join a global network of more than 50,000 alumni. That means you’ll have thousands of top professional connections on the day you ...

Cleveland’s Hometown Chef Renowned in the culinary world and adored in his hometown of Cleveland, Michael is the executive chef and owner of the Symon Restaurant Group whose stable of eateries include ...

Dr. Tim Ryan ’77 is chancellor of the Culinary Institute of America, serving as an advisor to the college’s president and leading special projects. Prior to this role, Dr. Ryan served as president of ...

Remember: For need-based scholarships, you must complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Be sure to read about ways to avoid errors when filling out this application. Contact ...

Program Overview For the Love of Food Make food your life in CIA’s Associate in Culinary Arts degree program. You’ll not only build the core skills used by every chef; you’ll chart your own path ...

Academic catalog and academic calendar for the New York, California, and Texas campuses of The Culinary Institute of America (CIA).

Learn more about the Culinary Institute of America's faculty at all our campuses, where our dedicated CIA instructors are the best chefs and top food industry pros.

Save the Date! CIA Professional Development Day on November 4, 2025 High school food and hospitality educators will have the opportunity to attend two exclusive educational sessions led by CIA faculty ...

Program Overview Know the Kitchen, Advance Your Career You have the passion for food and the desire for career growth. Now all you need is the culinary knowledge to bring it all together. If you ...

Curriculum Industry-leading education and hospitality career preparation. In this program you will experience the ideal combination of in-depth service management, business, and liberal arts courses ...

Admissions Questions? We’ll Connect You With a Personal Admissions Counselor for More Information! Every prospective and accepted CIA student has the option to work with a dedicated admissions ...

With her trademark spiky blond hair and pumped-up personality, Anne Burrell is the hugely popular and fan-favorite host of Worst Cooks in America, Worst Cooks in America: Celebrity Edition, as well as ...