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Institute of Culinary Education
New York, New York · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 225 Liberty Street, New York, NY 10281 · Phone: (212) 847-0700 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Institute of Culinary Education is a private for-profit trade school in New York, NY offering culinary and pastry programs, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates of Institute of Culinary Education carry a median debt of $6,439 and earn a median of $47,865 ten years after entry; the campus completion rate compared to the state average of 64.0% is not reported.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Institute of Culinary Education; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used here, and about 23.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chefs and head cooks | $46,260 | $70,670 | $93,240 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in New York (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 | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 423 | $31,113 | not reported | $6,439 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 158 | $31,113 | not reported | $6,439 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 74 | $31,113 | not reported | $6,439 |
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
Institute of Culinary Education is a private, for-profit trade school in New York, NY, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here (Title IV eligible). The campus focuses on culinary and pastry programs, with 655 recorded completers in that field out of an undergraduate enrollment of 589 students across 3 program offerings.
Federal data shows the state average completion rate is 64.0%, though this campus's own completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $6,439, and median earnings ten years after entry are $47,865. About 23.9% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This school may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in culinary and pastry trades in a large-city setting, though program length details are not reported for this campus in federal data, so those weighing career-change timelines should confirm scheduling directly with the school. To verify accreditation and outcomes, prospective students can check the school's status with the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the link provided by the school or via collegescorecard.ed.gov. Contacting the school directly by phone or website is recommended for details not captured in federal reporting, such as current tuition, application steps, and course schedules.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Institute of Culinary Education offers culinary and pastry programs, with 655 recorded completers in that field, across 3 total program offerings.
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 aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants where eligible.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's own completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported in federal data. The state average completion rate is 64.0% for reference.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $6,439, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $47,865, per federal data.
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 (212) 847-0700 or via its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Institute of Culinary Education is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition structure, financial aid options, and institutional funding compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to confirm schedules and duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation status through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?457819.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Federal data does not report program length or schedule flexibility, so career changers should contact the school directly to determine fit for their situation.
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 program-specific credential information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Institute of Culinary Education by phone at (212) 847-0700 or through its website at https://www.ice.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Federal data provided does not include comparative figures for nearby schools; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?457819 to compare campuses directly.
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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.