C
Average
Score: 52/100
Overall (traditional)
A
Outcome Rating
86/100 · earnings-weighted

Institute of Culinary Education

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 New York, New York 10281
ℹ️
Rating Context: This is a specialized vocational program (less than 2-year). Our comprehensive rating system is optimized for traditional colleges and may not fully reflect the value of career-focused training programs.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 75%
Outcomes
C+
58/100
Affordability
D
44/100
Resources
B
73/100
Experience
C
52/100
Prestige
F
29/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

637
Total Enrollment
75%
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
6.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Institute of Culinary Education, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$47,865
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$36,663
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$6,439
Median debt at graduation
23.9%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 13% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 91st percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (NY wage index 1.10). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Institute of Culinary Education

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Hospitality Administration/Management$33,101$53,566+31%#5 of 12#7$6,734
Culinary Arts and Related Services$22,759$46,893+53%#4 of 68#7$6,439

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

🏆 Where Institute of Culinary Education Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#10
Restaurant, Culinary, and Catering Management/Manager
of 15 schools
#17
Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef
of 34 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition N/A N/A

Financial Aid

N/A
Receive Any Aid
N/A
Receive Pell Grants
N/A
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

637
Total Students
60%
Women
50%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 21%
Hispanic 54%
Black 7%
Asian 6%
Two or More 2%
Non-Resident 8%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 98%
Fully Online 1%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 50%
25-64 (Adult) 49%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Institute of Culinary Education?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Institute of Culinary Education?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Institute of Culinary Education?
The graduation rate at Institute of Culinary Education is 75%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Institute of Culinary Education a good school?
Institute of Culinary Education has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Institute of Culinary Education?
Institute of Culinary Education has a total enrollment of 637 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology