Culinary Arts and Related Services

Associate's degree · Southwestern Oregon Community College · Coos Bay, OR

CIP 12.05

$27,855Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$27,520Median earnings 3 years after
$29,777Median earnings 5 years after
$12,000Median federal debt
20Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the associate's degree program in Culinary Arts and Related Services at Southwestern Oregon Community College earn a median of $27,855 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.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Culinary Arts and Related Services graduates from Southwestern Oregon Community College make?

The median salary is $27,855 one year after graduation and $29,777 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.