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Walnut Hill College
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania · Private for-profit college · Training programs available:
Address: 4207 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19104 · Phone: 21522242003015 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Walnut Hill College is a private for-profit trade school in Philadelphia, PA offering culinary and pastry programs, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
Median graduate debt is $18,765 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $36,689, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; completion rate versus the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2% is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Walnut Hill College; federal financial aid can be used here (Title IV), and about 31.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chefs and head cooks | $39,040 | $63,860 | $81,790 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Pennsylvania (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 | 47 | $26,305 | $27,507 | $12,000 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 29 | $26,305 | $27,507 | $12,000 |
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
Walnut Hill College is a private for-profit trade school located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and federal financial aid (Title IV) can be used by students who qualify. The campus is best known for its culinary and pastry programs, which account for the majority of its 76 recent program completers out of an undergraduate enrollment of 175 students.
Federal data shows some, but not all, outcome figures for this campus. The completion rate compared with the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2% is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt for graduates is reported at $18,765, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $36,689. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 31.5% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of students with financial need.
This campus may suit students interested in a concentrated culinary or pastry program rather than a broad general-education path, though specific program lengths are not reported here and should be confirmed directly with the school. Adult or career-changer fit cannot be confirmed from the data provided. Prospective students should verify accreditation status and current outcome data through the school's accreditor, the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and by checking the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the link provided.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Walnut Hill College offers culinary and pastry programs, with 76 recent completers in that field out of 175 undergraduates enrolled.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Walnut Hill College 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 by eligible students. About 31.5% of enrolled students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate for this campus compared with the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2% is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly or check the College Scorecard link for more detail.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates of this school is $18,765, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry for students from this school are $36,689, 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 at the phone number or website listed for current tuition information.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Walnut Hill College is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing, aid eligibility rules, and institutional ownership structure compared with public or nonprofit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the data provided; 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 federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?215637.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data provided does not include information on program schedules or adult learner support, so fit for career changers is not reported and should be confirmed with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements after completing a program are not reported in the data provided; contact the school for specifics related to culinary and pastry careers.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Walnut Hill College by phone at 215-222-4200 or visit its website at https://www.walnuthillcollege.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other culinary schools in the area is not reported in this dataset; the College Scorecard can be used to look up and compare other institutions 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.