Institute of Culinary Education
New York, New York · Private, for-profit · 589 undergraduates
All 2 programs with reported earnings leave graduates out-earning a typical New York high-school graduate (about $35,746/yr).
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 | $46,893 | +$11,147 | clears the bar | $6,439 | 0.6 yrs |
| Hospitality Administration/Management | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $53,566 | +$17,820 | clears the bar | $6,734 | 0.4 yrs |
Access and outcomes: 24% of students receive Pell grants.
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.