CIA Campus Visit: What to Expect
We’re excited to welcome admissions visitors to campus! We know you’ll fall in love with our beautiful, residential campus.
- Most of our events include a walking tour of campus. These tours are conducted primarily outside, rain or shine. Tours will last approximately 90 minutes.
- Guests will be provided with parking information the day before your tour via email. Directions to campus are available here.
- The Craig Claiborne Bookstore is located in Roth Hall. It is open Monday–Saturday. Please check their website for updated hours.
Dining On-Campus
Getting hungry? Consider joining us for lunch or dinner.
- Our Apple Pie Bakery Café offers casual dining without a reservation.
- The American Bounty Restaurant, The Bocuse Restaurant, and Ristorante Caterina de’ Medici offer fine dining and require a reservation. You can check for reservations online.
- The Egg is the CIA’s student commons, providing seating for nearly 500 students with an additional 150 seats available outdoors. Dining choices vary depending on day and time—including The Line, The Café, and the Innovation Station. The Brewery at the CIA is also located in The Egg, with beers available for purchase with proper ID.
Dining Off-Campus
We’re only getting started with the amazing dining opportunities in the Hudson Valley! We encourage you to extend your stay with a visit to one of the many local CIA alumni restaurants. We’ve prepared this quick list for you of some of our favorites. Please check their websites for menus and dining options:
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How to Apply
Take hold of your future. If food is your passion, get the best hands-on education here at CIA—whether your aspiration is to be a chef, entrepreneur, hospitality leader, or food innovator.
Student Life
Majestically overlooking the Hudson River, our beautiful 170-acre Hyde Park, NY campus is the total package for college life.
Tuition and Financial Aid
More than 90 percent of CIA students receive scholarships and financial aid. We’re ready to help you find the most affordable way to pay for your CIA education.
Meet the Admissions Team
The CIA Admissions Team is excited to work with you during this important time of your life. We can assist with any questions you have about the college and work with you on each step of the application and enrollment process.
What to Do in the Hudson Valley
Nestled along the banks of the majestic Hudson River, CIA takes full advantage of the bounty of its valley home. Food tourism is huge here, with an abundance of farms, vineyards, and restaurants, many owned by our renowned alumni.