Arizona Culinary Institute ★ Hidden gem
Scottsdale, Arizona · Private, for-profit · 149 undergraduates
All 1 programs with reported earnings leave graduates out-earning a typical Arizona high-school graduate (about $36,492/yr).
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $35,533 |
| $30k to $48k | $37,475 |
| $48k to $75k | $39,516 |
| $75k to $110k | $41,947 |
| $110k and up | $42,649 |
| All families (average) | $38,815 |
Net price is the yearly cost after grants and scholarships, by family income (College Scorecard). Credit: TuitionTracker.
Program earnings vs a high-school graduate
| Program | Credential | Median earnings | vs HS grad | Verdict | Median debt | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $44,800 | +$8,308 | clears the bar | $9,500 | 1.1 yrs |
Access and outcomes: 47% of students receive Pell grants · 91% complete their program.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (release 2026-06-10). Earnings are median earnings of graduates measured up to four years after completing, compared to the state high-school-graduate earnings threshold. Figures describe past graduates and are never a promise. Method: methodology. Something look wrong? Report it.