Culinary Arts and Related Services
Associate's degree · Texas State Technical College · Waco, TX
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Culinary Arts and Related Services at Texas State Technical College earn a median of $26,927 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 $11,000, about 41% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
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 |
| Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Austin Austin | $26,613 | $16,880 |
| Houston City College Houston | $26,419 | $20,327 |
| South Texas College McAllen | $24,084 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Culinary Arts and Related Services graduates from Texas State Technical College make?
The median salary is $26,927 one year after graduation and $33,217 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $11,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.