Why choose the CIA?

1. Get a world-famous CIA education!

• CIA programs prepare you to be a leader

• Associate and bachelor's degrees

• Over 1,300 hours of hands-on experience

• Expert faculty;world-class facilities; award-winning restaurants

2. Get the best opportunity for career success!

• CIA grads have a history of strong career and salary growth

• Expert Career Services staff and exclusive jobs database

• On-campus career fairs with top employers ready to hire

3. Join our huge alumni network of food leaders!

Over 44,000 CIA graduates - leaders across the food industry

The most celebrated culinary stars of any school, including:

Grant Achatz
John Besh
Cat Cora
Michael Chiarello
Rocco DiSpirito
Johnny Iuzzini
Melissa Kelly
Charlie Palmer
Michael Symon
Roy Yamaguchi