Culinary Arts and Related Services
Associate's degree · Central Piedmont Community College · Charlotte, NC
$27,127Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$34,705Median earnings 4 years after
$30,521Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
25Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Culinary Arts and Related Services at Central Piedmont Community College earn a median of $27,127 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).
Culinary Arts and Related Services (Associate's degree) at other North Carolina schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College Asheville | $32,602 | — |
| Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte Charlotte | $27,514 | $14,167 |
| Guilford Technical Community College Jamestown | $14,813 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Culinary Arts and Related Services graduates from Central Piedmont Community College make?
The median salary is $27,127 one year after graduation and $30,521 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.