Culinary Arts and Related Services
Associate's degree · Culinary Institute of America · Hyde Park, NY
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Culinary Arts and Related Services at Culinary Institute of America earn a median of $28,049 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 $12,000, about 43% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Culinary Arts and Related Services (Associate's degree) at other New York schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science Paul Smiths | $32,023 | — |
| SUNY College of Technology at Alfred Alfred | $26,598 | $12,000 |
| Niagara County Community College Sanborn | $26,514 | $11,970 |
| Monroe University Bronx | $18,256 | $12,030 |
| Erie Community College Buffalo | $15,793 | $6,439 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Culinary Arts and Related Services graduates from Culinary Institute of America make?
The median salary is $28,049 one year after graduation and $41,224 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $12,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.