Food is your
future
—start with an advantage.
So, you love food—for you, it’s a source of endless curiosity and an outlet for your creativity. Maybe even your side hustle. Food is your life. And it’s our life, too.
At CIA, food is woven into everything we do and teach—and we do it best. Here, food is discipline and mastery. It’s also science, business, hospitality, and global change. At CIA, you’ll discover that food can open any door and prepare you to make a difference in the world.
Food is what brings you to CIA—and with the skills and experience you’ll gain here, you can turn your passion into your purpose.
At CIA, food is your life.
MAJORS AND DEGREES
So many career paths in food! Not sure what yours is yet? No worries.
College is all about exploring, and we’ll help you discover what’s right for you.
Core In-Kitchen Instruction
Culinary Arts
or
Baking and Pastry Arts.
They’re at the foundation of all you’ll do here.
Associate Degree Programs >
Next-Level Learning
Go deeper in the food world, with
Food Business, Hospitality Management, Culinary Science,
or
Applied Food Studies.
Bachelor’s Degree Programs >
Graduate Education
Make an impact on your future and the future of food with a master’s degree from the CIA’s Food Business School. Advance your learning—and your career—with one of our three online programs in
Food Business, Sustainable Food Systems,
and
Wine and Beverage Management.
Designed with working professionals in mind, flexible online learning supported by short in-person residencies offer the best of both worlds. No need to put your life on hold.
Master’s Degree Programs >
STUDENT LIFE
Be part of a vibrant campus and close-knit community,
where everyone speaks your language—food. And your dorm has a full-sized kitchen!
Full Campus Experience
Student clubs and activities, athletics and fitness, entertainment and fun...you’ll find it all at the New York campus.
New York Student Life >
Unique, Inspiring Setting
At our California campus, you’ll have fun exploring Napa Valley’s bountiful farms, vineyards, culture, and outdoor activities.
California Student Life >
Spirited City Life
Enjoy the energy and action of our Texas campus, set among the shops, restaurants, and attractions of San Antonio.
Texas Student Life >
ADMISSIONS EVENTS
Open Houses
Don’t miss your chance to tour campus, experience a live cooking demo, and so much more!
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Campus Tours
Explore our beautiful campuses with a guided tour for prospective students.
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Online Open Houses
Learn more about our college from the comfort of your own home.
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CIA ALUMNI
A CIA degree spells success—our 50,000+ alumni are proof of that!
They’re not only accomplished chefs; they’re influential leaders in the food world.
James Bickmore-Hutt
“The first time I visited, I knew I had finally found a school that teaches the traditions of the world’s cuisines...It’s the best culinary school in the world.”
—Paul Bocuse, world-renowned chef and restaurateur
INDUSTRY-LEADING FACULTY
CIA faculty members have unmatched credentials.
Learn directly from the people who wrote the book on food!
Leaders in Their Fields
Get valuable hands-on instruction from acclaimed master chefs, successful restaurateurs, wine experts, forward-thinking nutritionists, and many other food authorities.
A Wide Range of Expertise
Gain well-rounded, food-focused knowledge from accomplished historians, anthropologists, marketing and management experts, authors, and more.
Meet our faculty
INDUSTRY IMPACT
We’re shaping the future of the food industry and driving change for a better world. You will too!
As the world’s premier culinary college, CIA does more than just cultivate the next generation of food and hospitality industry leaders; we also educate and empower current foodservice leaders to effect change in their businesses and communities. Our connections run deep, with ties to top universities, industry leaders, entrepreneurs, scientists and food authorities from around the world, recognized brands, cultural influencers, and more.
Learn more >
Personal and Professional Development
Learning is a life-long process, and CIA offers multiple ways to continue to develop your knowledge and skills through professional training opportunities, certifications, and advanced degrees.
Learn more >
Developing the Big Ideas
Our thought leadership conferences guide the food industry toward the next wave of global change.
Conferences >
Transforming Ideas into Reality
Our experts help foodservice operators translate science into innovative, practical strategies that drive their businesses.
CIA Consulting >
RESTAURANTS AND FOODIE EXPERIENCES
CIA is a food lover’s paradise—a hub for tasting, learning, experiencing, and celebrating life.
Restaurants
Dine at our family of nine student-staffed restaurants and meet the food leaders of the future.
Learn more >
CIA at Copia
The ultimate CIA foodie adventure—dining, classes, demos, entertainment, and food innovation in downtown Napa, CA.
Learn more >
Public Classes
Hands-on and multi-day classes, where you can release your inner chef.
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Weddings and Events
Your event will be both inventive and unique when you tap into our 75 years of food and hospitality experience.
Learn more >
Diners looking for a late-night drink and bite to eat in Napa’s Oxbow District can put CIA at Copia on their list.
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From half- and single-day food and beverage classes to comprehensive multiday boot camps, there’s something for everyone at all three campuses of CIA.
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CIA alumni are always cooking up something interesting, and with a network of more than 50,000 strong, there’s never a shortage of highlights!
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CIA at Copia is adding a new late-night destination to the Napa community. The Haven is CIA’s first cocktail-focused bar.
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