Culinary Institute of America
Technical college · Hyde Park, NY · 3,011 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
91%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
928–1183
ACT (middle 50%)
17–23
Average net price
$34,731
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$62,010
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
50%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Culinary Institute of America?
Culinary Institute of America accepts about 91 of every 100 applicants (91%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 928 and 1183 on the SAT. A score at or above 1183 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 928, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 17–23.
The latest federal data says Culinary Institute of America is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Culinary Institute of America's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Culinary Institute of America cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $62,010 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $34,731 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $41,425 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$41,425
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$41,425
- Room & board$15,640
- Total cost of attendance$62,010
- Average net price after grants$34,731
Popular majors
Culinary & Personal Services, Business.
Culinary Institute of America FAQ
- What is Culinary Institute of America's acceptance rate?
- 91% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Culinary Institute of America?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 928–1183. Aim for 1183 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Culinary Institute of America?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 17–23.
- Is Culinary Institute of America test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Culinary Institute of America is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Culinary Institute of America's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Culinary Institute of America cost?
- About $62,010 a year before aid; $34,731 on average after grants.
- What is Culinary Institute of America's FAFSA school code?
- 007304. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Culinary Institute of America receives your information.
- What is Culinary Institute of America's graduation rate?
- 50% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Culinary Institute of America
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUNY MorrisvilleMorrisville, NY | 92% | 990–1230 | $16,184 | 29% |
| Utica UniversityUtica, NY | 92% | 990–1250 | $24,195 | 54% |
| SUNY College of Technology at CantonCanton, NY | 92% | — | $12,696 | 37% |
| Metropolitan College of New YorkNew York, NY | 90% | — | $29,006 | 31% |
| College of Staten Island CUNYStaten Island, NY | 92% | 890–1250 | $3,153 | 36% |
| School of Visual ArtsNew York, NY | 93% | 1188–1490 | $59,593 | 78% |