General Information

About the CIA:
An independent, not-for-profit educational organization, The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) has since 1946 dedicated itself to providing the highest-quality culinary education to students at all career and experience levels (PDF 108 KB).

Statement of Accreditation:
The Culinary Institute of America is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104, 215-662-5606. The Commission on Higher Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education and the Commission on Recognition of Postsecondary Accreditation.

The CIA is also accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC). The certificate of accreditation is available for viewing on the wall of the President's Wing on the second floor of Roth Hall. Supporting documentation can be reviewed in the office of the associate vice president of planning, research, and accreditation, also located on the second floor of Roth Hall.

Information related to tuition charges, fees, and length of comparable programs at other institutions may be obtained from the ACCSC at: Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, 2101 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 302, Arlington, VA 22201. Phone: 703-247-4212.

The Culinary Institute of America at Greystone is licensed to operate by the Bureau of Private Postsecondary Vocational Education (BPPVE), 400 "R" Street, Suite 5000, Sacramento, CA 95814-6200. Mailing address: P. O. Box 980818, West Sacramento, CA 95798-0818.

IACET Authorized Provider:
The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) has been approved as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET), 8405 Greensboro Drive, Suite 800, McLean, VA 22102. In obtaining this approval, the CIA has demonstrated that it complies with the ANSI/IACET Standards, which are widely recognized as standards of good practice internationally. As a result of its Authorized Provider membership status, The Culinary Institute of America is authorized to offer IACET Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for its programs that qualify under the ANSI/IACET Standards.

CIA Continuing Education Units:
The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) grants Continuing Education Units (CEUs), a nationally recognized measure of noncredit continuing education programs. One CEU is granted for every 10 hours of class work completed. The CIA is currently the only culinary school accredited by the International Association of Continuing Education and Training (IACET).

Financial Aid:
For information about Teri Loans, which can be applied to short-term continuing education classes, call the CIA's Continuing Education Department at 1-800-888-7850 or 845-452-2230.

Tax Deductibility:
Education classes at The Culinary Institute of America are tax deductible to the extent permitted by law. Consult your accountant for details.

CIA Drug Use Policy:
The Culinary Institute of America, in accordance with state and federal legislation, has developed policies and guidelines to deal with the possession, use, solicitation, sale, or distribution of illegal drugs and substances. Any such activity is absolutely prohibited on the Institute campus or at any Institute-controlled events. Cocaine, LSD, PCP, amphetamines, heroin, look-alikes, and any of those substances commonly referred to as "designer drugs." The inappropriate use of prescription and over-the-counter drugs is also prohibited.

No one under 21 years old may use, sell, or distribute alcohol (except in approved classroom situations).

Course Cancellations/Changes:
The Culinary Institute of America reserves the right to cancel or limit the size of any class and to alter its curriculum, instructor assignments, tuition, fees, and policies. Occasionally, enrollment for a course is low and it becomes necessary for us to cancel the course. We apologize for any inconvenience a cancellation may cause and will make every effort to reschedule the course or make other arrangements for you. We suggest you make travel arrangements after you have received your course confirmation. In addition, the CIA reserves the right to alter course times (from a.m. to p.m. or vice versa) up to three weeks before the class start date.

Mission Statements:

The Culinary Institute of America Mission:
The Culinary Institute of America is a private, not-for-profit college dedicated to providing the world's best professional culinary education.

Excellence, leadership, professionalism, ethics, and respect for diversity are the core values that guide our efforts.

We teach our students the general knowledge and specific skills necessary to live successful lives and to grow into positions of influence and leadership in their chosen profession.

Continuing Education Mission:
The Culinary Institute of America's Continuing Education Division, as an advocate for adult learners, is dedicated to the advancement of experiential learning in order to meet the continuing education needs of the national foodservice and hospitality industry, the government and the community, by providing

for professional development,

special interest courses,

other services designed to upgrade the skills of the professional in the field,

and to developing and/or improving continuing education and training programs for foodservice personnel in order to provide the basis for professional standards and certifications.

Continuing Education Goal Statement:
The Continuing Education Department's mission is to successfully meet the professional development needs of the hospitality industry by striving for excellence in all of our endeavors, to achieve total customer satisfaction with quality programs and service second to none.

Develop and deliver an array of courses and conferences that allow foodservice professionals to expand their knowledge and skills within their specific expertise.

Supplement and enhance training programs for foodservice corporations, professional organizations and schools through custom designed curricula and contract agreements.

Create specific opportunities for a professional's career development through rigorous training via ProChef Certification, Professional Wine Studies and Certified Culinary Professional programs.

Promote the culinary and baking & pastry arts by exposing food enthusiasts to a high level of culinary education.

Provide consulting services to the foodservice industry that capitalize on the college's premier knowledge base and promote the college's mission.

Nondiscrimination Statement:
The Culinary Institute of America is an independent, not-for-profit educational organization [Section 501 (c) (3)] pursuing its mission of providing the highest quality culinary education.

The Culinary Institute of America does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, creed, disability, marital status, veteran status, national origin, race, sex, or sexual preference. This policy is followed with respect to programs, services, activities, admission of students, hiring of faculty and staff, the awarding of scholarships and prizes, and admittance to functions and activities. Admission to The Culinary Institute of America, all scholarship and loan programs, housing accommodations, awards, promotions, graduations, and certifications are administered in full compliance with applicable law.

Not-For-Profit Statement:
The Culinary Institute of America is an independent, not-for-profit educational organization [Section 501 (c) (3)] pursuing its mission of providing the highest quality culinary education. This not-for-profit status distinguishes the Institute from others because it enables us to focus on the quality of education rather than on satisfying the investment expectations of shareholders.

Governed by a board of trustees not compensated for its services, the Institute benefits from the guidance of its board members, who represent the hospitality field as well as the professional and educational communities.