Welcome to the Culinary Institute of America
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    Visit the CIA in California

  • CIA California Admissions Visits

    Thinking of enrolling at our campus in St. Helena, CA—home to our undergraduate programs? We have lots of ways for you to connect with the CIA and find out more.

    Looking for information about our Napa location, home to our Accelerated Culinary Arts Certificate Program? Learn about The CIA at Copia.

  • Open Houses. Learn more about our academic programs, join a live cooking demo, tour campus, and much more!

    Open Houses

    At our Open Houses you’ll learn more about our academic programs, join a live cooking demo, tour campus, and much more!

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    Campus Tours: Explore our unique, close-knit campus nestled in the heart of Napa Valley.

    Campus Tours

    Explore our unique, close-knit campus nestled in the heart of Napa Valley.

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    Online Open Houses. Learn more about the CIA without having to leave home!

    Online Open Houses

    During an Online Open House learn more about the CIA without having to leave home!

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  • Everything You’d Expect from a Campus Visit—Online!

     

    Quick Campus Overview

    See the highlights of our beautiful, wine country campus in this one-minute video.

     

    Guided Tour of Campus

    Get a firsthand look at the CIA’s Napa Valley campus in St. Helena, CA.

    California Campus - Interactive Campus Map

    Interactive Campus Map

    Take a look inside our residence halls, academic facilities, and more!

    Visit our YouTube playlist for on-demand videos just for prospective students to learn more about CIA’s academics, campus life, financial aid, and more!

  • Find Your Counselor

    Use our online form to find your personal counselor—then schedule an appointment. Our counselors are ready to help with all your questions, discuss financial aid, and make your application process easy! Find your counselor now >