Welcome Veterans to the CIA

A Proud Tradition

You’ve got the drive and the discipline—now it’s time to earn your CIA degree!

Veteran students have been an important part of the CIA. In 1946, our college was founded with the express purpose of preparing returning World War II veterans for a career in the culinary arts. Today, veterans from all branches of the military enrich our student body and bring much-valued diversity and life experience to campus.

Your Goals, Our Commitment

Leaving the military and moving into a new career can be a challenge. That’s why the CIA is ready to provide you and your family with the tools and support to accomplish your goals.

Our commitment to veterans includes:

• CIA Veterans Association & Auxiliary student organization
• Support and resources for veterans that can assist you from orientation through graduation
• A student lounge just for veterans
• Military honors presented at all CIA commencements and formal ceremonies
• Veteran lapel pins that honor and recognize veterans’ service to our country

These are among the many reasons the CIA has been named a Military Friendly® School by G.I. Jobs each year. The college is also proud to be a DoD MOU signed institution.

Benefits for Veterans

Your sacrifice and commitment to protecting our freedoms has earned you special benefits, including financial assistance that includes:

• Yellow Ribbon Program
• Post-9/11 GI Bill
• Principles of Excellence Program
• Basic Allowance for Housing Benefits
• Enhanced CIA meal plan option for veterans

Make Your Move When You Want

With our year-round entry dates, you can start your CIA education whenever the time is right for you. Apply now!

To learn more about CIA veterans education benefits, contact Assistant Director of Admissions Susan Lavender at 845-451-1557 or Susan.Lavender@culinary.edu.