Sizzling Hot Career Options

By adding an ACAP credential to your bachelor's degree in food science, hospitality, nutrition, or a related field, you will be ready to start down the road to career opportunities like the ones held by some of our graduates:

Country Club Sous Chef
Demonstration Chef
Educator
Food Science/Lab Technician
Food Technologist
Hotel Line Cook
Kitchen Manager
Manager of Culinary Services
Marketing Manager
Media Spokesperson
Nutrition Consultant
Private Chef
Research Assistant
Restaurant Assistant Manager
Restaurant General Manager
Special Events Coordinator
Specialty Store Manager
Test Kitchen Chef
Wine/Culinary Specialist

People in the foodservice and hospitality industry know that CIA graduates have what it takes to help their organizations succeed. That's why our students average two to three job offers prior to graduation. Our surveys of graduates show that CIA alumni have strong career and salary growth, with median salaries significantly higher than the industry norm. As a graduate of the CIA's Accelerated Culinary Arts Certificate Program, you'll possess the hands-on culinary skills and knowledge that will prepare you for a multitude of positions in the food world.

Gainful Employment Disclosure

The following information is provided in accordance with U.S. Department of Education disclosure guidelines regarding gainful employment of graduates of this program:

Q: How much did the ACAP cost in 2009–2010?
A: Tuition and fees:	$24,260
Textbooks, supplies, uniforms:	$995
On-campus room and board	$8,110

Q: What are my financing options to pay for the ACAP?
A: In addition to any grant and scholarship aid for which you may be eligible, 75% of graduates used loans to finance their education. The median debt for program graduates in 2009–2010 was:
Federal loan debt:	$5,500
Private loan debt:	$0
Institution loan debt:	$0

Q: How long will it take for me to complete the ACAP?
A: The program is designed to take two semesters totaling 30 weeks. 100% of graduates from this program in 2009–2010 finished in this time.

Q: What are the chances of getting a job when I graduate?
A: The job placement rate for students who completed the ACAP in 2009–2010 is 89%.

Q: What type of jobs did they get?
A: Restaurant manager is one occupation representative of those for which graduates of the ACAP will be educationally qualified. As the CIA continues implementing the Gainful Employment disclosure requirements, the college will identify a more complete list of such occupations.

Q: What is your institution default rate?
A: 97% of graduates from this institution who took out federal student loans are successfully repaying them. The current default rate for all programs offered by the school is 3.1%.