Culinary Arts and Related Services
Associate's degree · Madison Area Technical College · Madison, WI
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$42,667Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
10Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Culinary Arts and Related Services at Madison Area Technical College earn a median of $42,667. 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 Wisconsin schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Fox Valley Technical College Appleton | $34,736 | $11,500 |
| Milwaukee Area Technical College Milwaukee | $25,304 | $14,125 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Culinary Arts and Related Services graduates from Madison Area Technical College make?
The median salary is $42,667.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.