Culinary Arts and Related Services
Associate's degree · Ferris State University · Big Rapids, MI
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Culinary Arts and Related Services at Ferris State University earn a median of $26,692 one year after completing the program. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $39,605 four years after graduating (middle half: $26,731–$52,757). Median debt is $20,500, about 77% of first-year earnings.
Culinary Arts and Related Services (Associate's degree) at other Michigan schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Washtenaw Community College Ann Arbor | $33,382 | — |
| Schoolcraft Community College District Livonia | $27,248 | $16,325 |
| Kalamazoo Valley Community College Kalamazoo | $26,843 | $11,250 |
| Northwestern Michigan College Traverse City | $26,586 | $11,000 |
| Baker College Owosso | $25,204 | $12,000 |
| Grand Rapids Community College Grand Rapids | $24,473 | $12,319 |
| Macomb Community College Warren | $20,701 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Culinary Arts and Related Services graduates from Ferris State University make?
The median salary is $26,692 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.