Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Boulder

Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts–Boulder is a private for-profit two-year institution located in Boulder, Colorado, within a midsize city setting. The school enrolls 14,494 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 38.00 out of 100. Its completion rate is 46% (IPEDS 2023) and retention rate is 60% (IPEDS 2023).

The school specializes in culinary and food-service education, offering certificate programs in Culinary Arts/Chef Training, Baking and Pastry Arts, Food Preparation/Professional Cooking/Kitchen Assistant, and Restaurant, Culinary, and Catering Management. These programs are available at both one- and two-year certificate levels, providing flexible pathways for students entering the culinary profession.

Boulder is known for its active food culture and proximity to Denver's restaurant and hospitality industry. Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts offers a focused culinary curriculum drawing on classical techniques and contemporary food trends, preparing graduates for careers in professional kitchens, bakeries, and food service management.