Culinary Institute of America

The Culinary Institute of America is a private nonprofit four-year institution located in Hyde Park, NY. Situated in a large suburban setting in the Hudson Valley, the school enrolls 4,060 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 57.5 out of 100. It reports a 65% completion rate and a 75% retention rate (IPEDS 2023).

The institute offers an extensive range of culinary programs at multiple credential levels. Certificate and associate degree options include Culinary Arts/Chef Training, Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef, Culinary Science/Culinology, and Culinary Arts and Related Services. Students can pursue certificates for focused skill development or associate degrees for broader culinary education, with programs spanning professional cooking, pastry arts, and food science disciplines.

Hyde Park is located along the Hudson River, approximately 80 miles north of New York City. The large suburban campus provides a dedicated culinary training environment, while proximity to New York City gives students access to one of the world's premier restaurant and hospitality markets for internships and post-graduation employment.