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Student Life at CIA New York

New York Campus—Why You’ll Love It

Majestically overlooking the Hudson River, our beautiful 170-acre Hyde Park, NY campus is the total package for college life. Home to numerous student clubs, athletic teams, and special events, you’re sure to find countless opportunities involving foods, friends and fun! Explore the campus on our virtual tour. CIA New York campus map >

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Residential Life—Halls, Lodges, and Townhouses
Both a comfortable place to return to and a launchpad for exploring the world around you, our residence halls (with community kitchens, of course), Adirondack-style lodges and townhouses have all the coziness of home.

Clubs and Activities
Connect with others who share your interests—like anime and digital media, open mic night, competitive cook-offs and more…

Dining
Looking for the best meal plan on the planet? At least we think so… Check out our student dining experience

Athletics and Fitness—Love Competitive Sports?
CIA is one of the few culinary schools with a top-quality athletics program featuring two co-ed teams.

Student Services
Services to help promote your well-being and help you thrive in the classroom and kitchen.

Student Commons
The center of all campus activity—it’s the place to play, dine, or just hang with friends

Meet Sting
We sat down for an exclusive interview with Sting to learn first-hand how this global citizen came to “bee” CIA’s new mascot. Learn more >

Contact Us
The Culinary Institute of America
1946 Campus Drive
Hyde Park, NY 12538-1499
Phone: 845-452-9600
Contact an Admissions Counselor

30+ student clubs, five sports teams, and a full slate of campus activities offer countless opportunities involving food, friends, and fun.

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Current CIA students having fun outside the kitchen! From gameshows, to BINGO, to field trips—there’s something for everyone at CIA.

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