Is Institute of Culinary Education worth it?
Institute of Culinary Education is a private for-profit, less-than-two-year institution in New York, New York (large city). It awarded 593 certificates in 2024, most often in culinary arts; baking and pastry arts; and restaurant, culinary, and catering management.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$23,169
Median earnings 4 years after
$47,145
Median earnings 10 years after
$47,865
Completions (2024)
593
Students (undergrad)
589
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Undergraduate certificate | $22,759 | $46,893 | 414 |
| Hospitality Administration/Management | Undergraduate certificate | $33,101 | $53,566 | 24 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Culinary Arts/Chef Training | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 406 |
| Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 122 |
| Restaurant, Culinary, and Catering Management/Manager | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 54 |
| Hotel/Motel Administration/Management | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 11 |
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Sources: federal figures for Institute of Culinary Education. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for New York. Counts under 10 are not published.
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