Welcome to the Culinary Institute of America

Reduced Hours and Activities During Late July/August

We love to welcome campus visitors, but before you make your plans, please note that amazing changes are underway at the CIA campuses during the summer and our visiting hours and restaurant hours may be affected.

Please note that classes for degree and certificate program students at all of our U.S. campuses will not be in session from July 27–August 20, 2018. Classes will resume on August 21.

Admissions

  • The Admissions Office at all three campuses will be open to welcome prospective students and their families.

Restaurants

  • Since many of our restaurants rely on our students for the full CIA dining experience, please refer to www.ciarestaurantgroup.com for the most up-to-the-minute information.
  • At the New York campus, all restaurants will be closed during this period.
  • At the CIA at Greystone in St. Helena, California, The Bakery Café by illy will be open, but Gatehouse Restaurant will be closed.
  • At the CIA at Copia in Napa, California, The Restaurant at CIA Copia and Contimo Provisions will be open.
  • At the Texas campus, the CIA Live Fire Kitchen will be open Thursday–Sunday, and Nao will be closed.

Shopping, Classes, and More for Enthusiasts

  • Find out about CIA international student admissions requirements, we're here to help make your culinary school application easy.

  • CIA International Students Admissions Requirements

    Get Started with Your CIA Education!

    We’re here to make the admissions process as fast and easy as possible for you. First, create your online account and complete the application form. Next, provide the information listed below:

    1. Official High School and College Transcripts—We require the official attested paper copy. Your transcripts must show grades/marks and be translated into English.
    2. Letter of Recommendation—This letter should be from an employer, mentor, professor, or professional colleague. The letter should address your commitment to the food world, problem-solving ability, and persistence in either work or academics.
    3. Short Essay Questions—Each response must be a minimum of 100 words:
      • Food. We're passionate about it. Are you?
      • CIA students don't follow-they lead. Tell us how you're a leader.
      • Imagine there is only one student we can admit. Why should it be you?
    4. Proof of Funding—A copy of a bank statement from a savings account, certificate of deposit, or money market account showing proof of funding by your sponsor OR a letter from the bank verifying that the required funds are reserved for your education. We require proof of one year’s tuition and fees, equal to $45,000 USD or the equivalent in your country’s currency. Download a copy of the official bank certification here.
    5. Declaration of Financial Support—A letter of financial support from your sponsor stating that he or she intends to cover all tuition and living expenses while you study at the CIA. Download a copy of the declaration form here.
    6. Proof of English Proficiency—If English is not your native language, you will be required to demonstrate proficiency through one of the following exams. Your test results must be attached to your application:

    In lieu of an English Proficiency exam, you may also enroll and complete a program from one of our approved language schools.

    If you have attended high school or a postsecondary education institution where English is the primary language of instruction, we may be able to waive the English proficiency requirement upon review of your transcripts.

    All documentation provided with your CIA application must be in English or be accompanied by a notarized translation of the documents into English alongside the original copies.

    For information on applying for our Accelerated Culinary Arts Certificate Program or Wine and Beverage Graduate Certificate Program, please visit our “How to Apply” pages.