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  • Welcome to Ѹ

    The World’s Premier Culinary College

  • Ѹ Seal

    Ѹ has been setting the standard for excellence in professional culinary education since its founding in 1946. With campuses in New York, California, and Texas, and an additional location in Singapore, we offer master’s, bachelor’s, and associate degrees; certificate programs; and courses for professionals and enthusiasts. In addition, our conferences and consulting services have made us the think tank of the food industry.

    Our Vision​

    Food is at the heart of our existence. Beyond sustenance, ​it is fundamental to cultures and deserves to be a source ​of joy for all people, families, and communities. We seek ​to better understand and promote its relationship to health, ​the environment, and a vibrant, equitable economy.​

    Our Mission​

    Ѹ is dedicated to bettering the nation and the world by means of outstanding education, practice, and scholarship on all aspects of food and the enterprises related to it. Through a transformative learning experience, Ѹ prepares future food leaders, innovators, and experts for personal and professional success.​

    Our Values​

    Ѹ is a private, not-for-profit college, guided ​by the core values of Excellence, Leadership, ​Professionalism, Ethics, and Respect for Diversity.​

     
  • Our Logo


    On Founder’s Day, May 22, 2022, the Culinary Institute of America unveiled a new logo to mark our next 75 years as the leader in the food world.


    Learn more in this video message from Ѹ President Dr. Timothy Ryan.


  • History of the Ѹ

    Our Story—the History of Ѹ

    For more than seven decades, Ѹ has been at the forefront of innovation and education excellence. From humble beginnings as a storefront cooking school in New Haven, CT, to multiple campuses around the world today, it’s been a remarkable story defined by amazing achievements, academic and professional excellence, diverse and accomplished individuals, and great food!
    Shaping the Future of Food

    Shaping the Future of Food

    Because Ѹ is renowned for its academic excellence and culinary expertise, we are often the ones driving important conversations in the food industry. These topics range from health and wellness to world cuisine to sustainability and eco-friendly solutions. Our programs and conferences advance not only the food profession, but the way the world eats.
    Ѹ News and Media

    News and Media

    Check out remarkable stories, media resources, and engaging videos about Ѹ or connect with our expert chefs and instructors.
    Ѹ Students Faculty and Alumni

    Ѹ Students, Faculty, and Alumni

    Students from all over the world enrich our campuses with their diverse backgrounds and viewpoints, faculty members bring big-time industry chops and expertise to their roles as valued teachers and mentors, and our global network of more than 50,000 alumni includes leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs in every corner of the food business.
    Ѹ Administration

    Administration

    Led by Ѹ President, Dr. L. Timothy Ryan ’77, the President’s Cabinet includes leading experts in culinary education, student affairs, strategic planning, and alumni support.
    Meet Sting: Ѹ’s New Mascot

    Meet Sting—Ѹ’s New Mascot

    We sat down for an exclusive interview with Sting to learn first-hand how this global citizen came to “bee” Ѹ’s new mascot.
    Diversity at the Ѹ

    Diversity at Ѹ

    Ѹ is a wonderfully diverse community, an inspiring melting pot of students, faculty, and staff representing every U.S. state and 30-plus countries around the world.
    Ѹ Social Media

    Let’s Connect

    Want to stay connected with Ѹ? Become a friend on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, watch our YouTube videos, or check us out on Instagram, Snapchat, and TikTok. We’re everywhere!
    Job Opportunities at Ѹ

    Working at Ѹ

    Ѹ seeks to hire diverse, talented, and passionate people who embody our core values of excellence, leadership, professionalism, ethics, and respect for diversity. In addition, we offer an exciting, supportive workplace, avenues for professional and personal growth, and a range of career opportunities.
  • Contact Us

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    1946 Campus Drive
    Hyde Park, NY 12538-1499
    Phone: 845-452-9600
  • Bruce Davis, Ѹ Culinary Arts alumni, now Instructor, Production & Services Dept Chair at CAT-N

    Alumni Spotlight

    Bruce Davis ’72
    Culinary Arts Instructor, Production & Services Department Chair, Center for Applied Technology North (CAT-N)
    “The Ѹ is the best culinary school in the world with the best facilities and the most talented instructional staff.”
    Ginger Elizabeth Hahn, Ѹ baking and pastry alumni, Chocolatier and Owner of Ginger Elizabeth's Chocolates

    Alumni Spotlight

    Ginger Elizabeth Hahn '03
    Chocolatier and Owner, Ginger Elizabeth Chocolates
    “I knew the Ѹ was the best. I wanted to achieve pastry excellence and the Ѹ gave me the skills to reach for my goal.”
  • Did You Know?


    More than 90% of Ѹ students receive scholarships and financial aid.
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