CA & TX Accepted Students FAQs | Culinary Institute of America

FAQs for California and Texas Accepted Students

It’s an exciting time so you probably have a lot of questions! That’s why we’ve compiled answers to the most important ones, and we’re updating them regularly. We hope they answer most of your questions and if you don’t see what you need then, please, reach out to us!

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These questions were last updated April 24, 2023.

Next Steps/Deposit
When is my deposit due?
Contact the CIA Enrollment Team to find out when your $400 deposit is due.
I’ve been accepted. What are my next steps?
Congratulations and welcome to the CIA family! The first place you should visit is your student portal. It’s a one-stop shop for all required enrollment paperwork and tasks. If you were accepted more than a week ago and have not yet received an email with your login information, please email enrollment@culinary.edu.
I don’t have access to my portal yet. Can I see the next steps now?
Check out our accepted students page for details.
I’ve submitted my deposit, now what?
Get excited! You’re about to start a new chapter in your life. Familiarize yourself with the accepted student portal and check your CIA email.
Make sure you’re following us on social media to stay up-to-date on all things CIA—from student takeovers, sneak peeks of student life, and hands-on classroom lessons.
Get the inside scoop about CIA from current and former students!
Visiting/Living On Campus
I have never been to campus, what can I do?
Check out our California and Texas visit pages to learn more about upcoming online and on-campus opportunities.
I’m going to be a resident student at the California campus. What are the residence halls like?
Learn more about our residence halls and check out this video of current student, Robbie, as she walks you through her residence hall.
What will be available to me as a current CIA student? What is there to do on campus?
On top of getting the world’s best culinary education, you will have access to a multitude of services, amenities, and resources! There are ALWAYS activities and events for students to attend. Check them out:

California Campus
Academic Advising
Bookstore—Spice Islands Marketplace
Campus Safety
Counseling and psychological services (CAPS)
Health Services
International Student Resources
Learning Strategies/Disability Services
Student Activities, Clubs, Organizations
Student Financial Planning
Veteran Resources
Texas Campus
Academic Advising
Campus Safety
Health Services
International Student Resources
Learning Strategies/Disability Services
Student Activities, Clubs, Organizations
Student Financial Planning
Veteran Resources
When will I move in?
Contact the CIA Enrollment Team to find out when your Move-In Day is.
Can I ship my personal items to campus before I arrive?
Yes. Whether it’s something you ship from your own home, Amazon, or anywhere else—all you need is your room number. Check your CIA email for your room assignment. Our mail room has limited storage space, so we ask that you plan the arrival of your packages as close as possible to your move-in date. Ship your packages to:

The Culinary Institute of America at Greystone
C/O [Your Name]
2555 Main Street
St Helena, CA 94574

Students can then pick up any shipments from the package room on the first floor.
Orientation
When is orientation?
Your orientation will take place after Move-In Day!
How can I find a roommate and connect with my future classmates?
Check your email for additional opportunities to meet and chat with your future classmates.
What will be included during on-campus orientation?
Orientation is an exciting series of events designed to help you get to know your classmates, learn your way around campus, and feel more at home at CIA. We’re busy planning and will share more information as soon as we can!
Academics
I am excited to start classes! Where can I get a sense of what courses I will be taking at CIA?
Check out some cool featured courses. If you are looking to dive even deeper, feel free to explore the course catalog for curriculum details.
How do semesters and schedules work at CIA?
CIA will register you for classes and create your first-semester schedule for you! No need to worry about trying to squeeze into classes or schedule your first semester all by yourself. Once you begin classes, you will have an academic advisor that will help you plan your future semesters.
Finances
How can I pay for my CIA education?
Maximize your financial aid award package. Your enrollment manager and student financial planner will help you learn about your options and understand the process! Check your student portal and CIA email regularly for updates!

Here is more information for each campus.

There are lots of additional resources on your portal regarding:

Private Loans and options for financing your education (PDF)
Setting up a four-pay payment plan (PDF)
What other scholarship opportunities are there?
CIA provides numerous scholarship opportunities, including our Earn & Learn tuition offset program. You will need to complete a General Application at CIA $hef, our internal scholarship website ONLY for CIA students! New scholarships are added every few weeks and you’ll be notified at your CIA email address when they match your profile.
Who can I reach out to with questions?
We're here to answer any questions you have about your balance or these options. Email us at enrollment@culinary.edu or call 845-905-4918.

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Enrollment Team
1946 Campus Drive
Hyde Park, NY, 12538-1499
Phone: 845-905-4918
Alt. Phone: 1-800-CULINARY
enrollment@culinary.edu
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CA and TX Accepted Student FAQs

FAQs for California and Texas Accepted Students

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These questions were last updated April 24, 2023.

Next Steps/Deposit

Visiting/Living On Campus

Orientation

Academics

Finances

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