Culinary Arts and Related Services
Undergraduate certificate · City Colleges of Chicago-Kennedy-King College · Chicago, IL
How this program compares
Graduates of the undergraduate certificate program in Culinary Arts and Related Services at City Colleges of Chicago-Kennedy-King College earn a median of $35,767. Nationally, undergraduate certificate graduates in this field earn a median of $30,572 four years after graduating (middle half: $16,650–$45,557). Median debt is $5,250, about 15% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Culinary Arts and Related Services (Undergraduate certificate) at other Illinois schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Land College Mattoon | $14,366 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Culinary Arts and Related Services graduates from City Colleges of Chicago-Kennedy-King College make?
The median salary is $35,767.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $5,250.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.