Culinary Institute of America

Culinary Institute of America is a special-focus institution, located in a large suburban area (Hyde Park, New York). It is a private non-religious school (not-for-profit), located in the scenic East Coast area of the country.

Dr. Tim Ryan is the President of the school. You can find more information about Culinary Institute of America by visiting their website.

Culinary Institute of America has a closed admissions policy. This doesn't mean you won't be able to be admitted to the school, but that you should contact the admissions office for complete admissions information. In order to apply for admittance, your high school GPA, your class rank (where you were in your class), and your standardized test scores, such as those from an ACT or SAT, are all recommended. (Check with the admissions office to see which tests are acceptable.) You will need to provide your high school transcripts. If English is not your primary language, it is required that you take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and submit the results with your admissions application.

Of those who applied to the school, 66% were admitted. There are currently 2,671 students enrolled in the Culinary Institute of America.

If it fits better with your needs, the school also offers some programs via distance learning.

The school has on-campus housing available for up to 1,741 students. On-campus housing costs average about $4,930 per year. You may also choose to participate in a meals program (10 meals per week) for an additional $2,240. (This could be a weekly, monthly, or term amount. Check with the school's admissions office for further information.)

The average tuition for out-of-state full-time undergraduates is approximately $20,300. If you are an in-state student, then the average tuition is approximately $20,300. Any tuition figures are exclusive of required fees, books, and supplies. The fees can vary, but books typically average about $1,095. It is estimated that the total cost for an in-state student is $33,595 per year and $33,595 per year for an out-of-state student. If you choose to live off-campus, then it is possible for costs to be higher.

Contact Information:
    Culinary Institute of America
    1946 Campus Drive
    Hyde Park, NY  12538

Other Information:
    Enrollment: 2,671
    Website: http://www.ciachef.edu
    General Info: 845-452-9600
    Admissions: 845-451-1327
    Financial Aid: 845-451-1243

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