Culinary Arts and Related Services
Associate's degree · Richland Community College · Decatur, IL
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
$39,371Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
6Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Culinary Arts and Related Services at Richland Community College earn a median of $39,371. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $39,605 four years after graduating (middle half: $26,731–$52,757).
Culinary Arts and Related Services (Associate's degree) at other Illinois schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Joliet Junior College Joliet | $28,252 | — |
| College of DuPage Glen Ellyn | $26,952 | — |
| National Louis University Chicago | $24,786 | $12,833 |
| City Colleges of Chicago-Kennedy-King College Chicago | $19,447 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Culinary Arts and Related Services graduates from Richland Community College make?
The median salary is $39,371 and $39,371 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.