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St. Augustine College
Chicago, Illinois · Private non-profit college · Training programs available:
Address: 1345 W. Argyle St., Chicago, IL 60640 · Phone: (773) 878-8756 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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St. Augustine College is a private non-profit trade school in Chicago, Illinois, offering culinary and pastry programs.
Federal outcome data is not reported for this campus, though the Illinois state average completion rate for similar programs is 58.4%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost is not reported in federal data; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used at St. Augustine College.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chefs and head cooks | $40,330 | $58,830 | $73,620 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Illinois (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 | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
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
St. Augustine College is a private non-profit trade and career campus located in Chicago, Illinois. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used at this school. The campus's primary program area is culinary and pastry training, with its top program listed as culinary & pastry schools, which accounted for 3 completers. Accreditation status was not found in the DAPIP federal database for this campus, so applicants should verify accreditation directly with the school.
Federal data reports the statewide average completion rate for similar programs in Illinois at 58.4%, but this campus's own completion rate compared to that state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt of graduates, median earnings 10 years after entry, and annual cost of attendance are also not reported for this campus in federal data. The share of students receiving Pell Grants is likewise not reported for this campus in federal data.
Given the small size of the reported program and its focus on culinary and pastry skills, this campus may suit students interested in a focused, hands-on trade path rather than a broad academic degree. Because so many outcome figures are not reported for this campus in federal data, prospective students—including career changers—should contact the school directly at (773) 878-8756 or visit https://www.staugustine.edu/ to ask about program length, format, and costs. Verification of accreditation and additional outcome data can also be pursued through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at the link provided for this school.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
St. Augustine College's federal data lists one program family, culinary & pastry schools, with 3 completers reported. This appears to be the school's main trade offering in the federal dataset.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Accreditation status was not found in the DAPIP database for this campus. Contact the school directly at (773) 878-8756 or check the College Scorecard link to verify current accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here.
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 in federal data. The Illinois state average completion rate for comparable programs is 58.4%, but a direct comparison for this campus is not reported.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in 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 at (773) 878-8756 or visit https://www.staugustine.edu/ for current tuition information.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
St. Augustine College is a private non-profit institution. Non-profit status generally means the school reinvests revenue into educational operations rather than distributing profits to shareholders.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the available federal data. Contact the school directly to ask about the duration of its culinary & pastry program.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can review this campus's federal data directly through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?148876. For accreditation specifics, contact the school since it was not found in the DAPIP database.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not report program length or schedule details needed to assess fit for adult or career-changer students. Contact the school directly to discuss scheduling and format for its culinary program.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported in the federal data provided. Contact St. Augustine College directly for specifics related to its culinary & pastry program.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach St. Augustine College at (773) 878-8756 or visit its website at https://www.staugustine.edu/ 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 the inputs available for this campus. The College Scorecard link can be used to look up other institutions in the Chicago area for comparison.
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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.