Culinary Arts and Related Services
Associate's degree · South Texas College · McAllen, TX
$24,084Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
$29,888Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
29Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Culinary Arts and Related Services at South Texas College earn a median of $24,084 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 Texas schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Dallas College Dallas | $31,770 | — |
| Culinary Institute Inc Houston | $28,089 | $26,531 |
| Texas State Technical College Waco | $26,927 | $11,000 |
| Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Austin Austin | $26,613 | $16,880 |
| Houston City College Houston | $26,419 | $20,327 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Culinary Arts and Related Services graduates from South Texas College make?
The median salary is $24,084 one year after graduation and $29,888 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.