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Culinary Institute Inc
Houston, Texas · Private for-profit career college
Address: 7070 Allensby, Houston, TX 77022 · Phone: 71335850705070 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Culinary Institute Inc is a private for-profit trade school in Houston, Texas offering culinary and pastry programs, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
Culinary Institute Inc reports a 100.0% completion rate versus a 63.5% state average, with median graduate debt of $16,004 and median earnings of $32,195 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Federal financial aid can be used here, and about 56.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chefs and head cooks | $31,380 | $56,080 | $71,870 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Texas (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 64 | $26,556 | $27,808 | $26,531 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 24 | $23,670 | $24,773 | $12,250 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 24 | $26,556 | $27,808 | $26,531 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 22 | $23,670 | $24,773 | $12,250 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 5 | $26,556 | $27,808 | $26,531 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Culinary Institute Inc is a private for-profit trade school in Houston, Texas. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used to attend. The campus operates 5 programs within the culinary-schools family, with its top program being Culinary & pastry schools, which accounts for 139 of its completers.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 100.0%, which is above the Texas state average of 63.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $16,004, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $32,195. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 56.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus, located in a large city, enrolls 313 undergraduates and reports program lengths and setting consistent with a career-training culinary school rather than a multi-year degree institution; specific schedule details are not reported for this campus in federal data, so prospective students including career changers should contact the school directly to confirm fit. Anyone considering enrollment should verify current accreditation status directly with the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current completion, debt, and earnings figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Culinary Institute Inc offers 5 programs in the culinary-schools family, with Culinary & pastry schools being its top program, accounting for 139 completers.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 100.0%, which is above the Texas state average of 63.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $16,004, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $32,195.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at its listed phone number or website for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Culinary Institute Inc is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition structure and financial aid eligibility compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?444565.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Specific program schedules and formats are not reported for this campus in federal data, so career changers should contact the school directly to confirm fit for adult learners.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for details specific to culinary programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Culinary Institute Inc by phone at 71335850705070 or visit their website at https://www.culinaryinstitute.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; review the College Scorecard to compare multiple institutions directly.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.