C
Average
Score: 45/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
37/100 · earnings-weighted

Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Austin

2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Austin, Texas 78752
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Austin campus, Austin, TX
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Austin campus, Austin, TX. Photo: Craig Talbert, CC BY 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

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: 57%
Outcomes
C+
63/100
Affordability
D
43/100
Resources
D
40/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
F
21/100

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

372
Total Enrollment
57%
Graduation Rate
75%
Retention Rate
25.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Austin, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$36,330
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$28,810
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$16,000
Median debt at graduation
70.4%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
45.7%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 44% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 20th percentile among associate-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (TX wage index 0.97). 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 Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Austin

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
Culinary Arts and Related Services$24,873$34,677+13%#36 of 68#29$9,500

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.

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  • Avg home value near campus: $375,024
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,500/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 78705 (4.2% cap, Austin)

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🏆 Where Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Austin Ranks

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

#22
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

95%
Receive Any Aid
62%
Receive Pell Grants
72%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

372
Total Students
50%
Women
66%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 38%
Hispanic 28%
Black 24%
Asian 5%
Two or More 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 66%
25-64 (Adult) 34%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Austin?
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 Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Austin?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Austin?
The graduation rate at Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Austin is 57%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Austin a good school?
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Austin has a Repit College Score of 45/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (D): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Austin?
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Austin has a total enrollment of 372 students.

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