CIA Tuition and Financial Aid

Food Is Your Purpose

Discover the Value of a CIA Education

If you’re looking to advance your career in food, there is no better investment than a CIA education. From hands-on opportunities and expert faculty instruction to unique concentrations and exclusive networking events, our education and experiences are unparalleled. We are also committed to making your CIA education as affordable as possible. Our costs are comparable to similar colleges, with more than 90% of our students receiving some form of financial aid.

Don’t let applying for financial assistance keep you from going to the world’s premier culinary college. We will work with you, regardless of your individual circumstances, to help make attending CIA an investment in your future.

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Tuition and Financial Aid Overview

Tuition and Fees

Learn more about the cost of attending CIA, which will vary by campus and program. We’re confident it’s one of the best investments you’ll ever make.

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Scholarships, Loans, and More

From grants and loans to work-study and our tuition offset program, discover all the ways in which you can fund your CIA education.

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Apply for Financial Aid

Check out our step-by-step guide (plus some insider tips) to help you easily navigate the financial aid application process.

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We’re Here to Help!

Our Student Financial and Registration Services (SFRS) Team is committed to helping you receive the best financial aid package possible. Do you have questions about FAFSA, work-study opportunities, or how to find additional funding? We can help! Plus, we’d love to tell you about $hef, our scholarship site that automatically matches you with available opportunities.

Meet the SFRS Team