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Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte
Charlotte, North Carolina · Private non-profit university
Address: Academic Center, 801 West Trade Street, Charlotte, NC 28202 · Phone: (866) 598-2427 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte is a private non-profit trade school in Charlotte, NC offering culinary and pastry programs, accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education.
The state average completion rate is 47.8%, and median graduate debt is $26,000 with median earnings of $43,418 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. This campus's own completion rate is not reported.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for this campus; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and 52.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chefs and head cooks | $38,210 | $61,130 | $76,330 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in North Carolina (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 | 81 | $26,084 | $28,091 | $14,167 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 80 | $26,084 | $28,091 | $14,167 |
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
Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte is a private non-profit campus located in Charlotte, North Carolina. It is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The campus awards trade credentials primarily in culinary and pastry programs, with 161 completers reported in that field out of an undergraduate enrollment of 1,184 students.
Federal data shows a median debt of $26,000 among graduates and median earnings of $43,418 ten years after entry. The state average completion rate is 47.8%, but this campus's own completion rate and how it compares to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 52.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of students with financial need attend this campus.
This campus may suit students interested in culinary and pastry careers, given its concentration of completers in that field, though specific program lengths are not reported here and should be confirmed directly with the school. Adult learners or career changers should contact the school to ask about scheduling and format before enrolling. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome data, check with the New England Commission of Higher Education and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the link provided by the school.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers culinary and pastry programs, with 161 completers reported in that field. Program count data lists 2 programs within this family.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education, and its status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used at this campus, as it participates in Title IV programs.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's own completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate is 47.8%, but a direct comparison is not reported.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $26,000, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $43,418, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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 for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private non-profit school, which affects how it is funded and how tuition and financial aid may be structured compared to public or for-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (866) 598-2427 or visit its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the New England Commission of Higher Education and review federal outcome data via the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?445708.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program formats or schedules needed to assess fit for adult career changers; contact the school directly to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for program-specific requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (866) 598-2427 or visit its website at https://www.jwu.edu/campuses/charlotte/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; check the College Scorecard for side-by-side comparisons.
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.