Expand your culinary knowledge with studies at The Culinary Institute of America. These opportunities are open to any Cornell student but will be of particular relevance to students in the Colleges of Business, Human Ecology and Agriculture and Life Sciences. Limited financial aid may be available for either of the options below. Consult with your financial aid advisor for options. The semester rate is the same for Culinary or Baking & Pastry Arts studies. Supplies include uniforms and a toolkit. Textbooks are additional. The information below is also contained in our printable brochure.
IMMERSION
Culinary Immersion. Photo by Phil Mansfield
NEW Dates:
May 20 to June 7, 2024
Application due January 31, 2024
Program:
Culinary Immersion Technique and Theory
Credit:
May earn three elective credits with a grade of “C” or better.
Cost for Immersion:
Application Fee: $50
Tuition: $3,550
Board: $446
Housing: $998
Supplies: $900
Total: $5,894*
*Based 2023-2024 fees. Rates are subject to fiscal year increases.
Requirements:
No previous culinary experience necessary.
Approx. three weeks of asynchronous, online coursework prior to start.
In good academic standing according to your college policy.
SEMESTER
NEW Dates:
January 6 to April 17, 2025
Application due January 31, 2024
| Culinary Arts: | Baking & Pastry Arts: |
| Required: Culinary Immersion Technique & Theory (May 20 to June 7, 2024) Meat & Seafood Identification/Fabrication Introduction to A La Carte Cookery High Volume Production Cooking Baking & Pastry Skill Development Principles of Menus & Managing Profitability Nutrition Additional – choose one: Garde Manger Cuisines & Cultures of the Americas Cuisines & Cultures of the Mediterranean Cuisines & Cultures of Asia Principles of Menus & Managing Profitability |
Required: Baking & Pastry Techniques Baking Ingredients & Equipment Technology Introduction to Gastronomy Nutrition Principles of Design Principles of Menus and Managing ProfitabilityOptional: Cafe Savory Food Production |
Credit:
Opportunity to qualify for Continuing Education credentials (ProChef Level I Certification in Culinary or Baking & Pastry Arts).
May earn twelve to fifteen elective credits with a grade of “C” of better, depending on curriculum and home college.
Cost for Semester:
Application Fee: $50
Tuition: $19,540
Board: $2,230
Housing: $4,990
Supplies: $900
General Fees: $860
Total: $28,520*
*Based 2023-2024 fees. Rates are subject to fiscal year increases.
Requirements:
No previous culinary experience necessary except successful completion of Culinary Immersion Technique and Theory.
Successful completion of the ServSafe Manager Training and Exam (approx. $100).
In good academic standing according to your college policy.