Culinary Science
Bachelor Degree
Culinary Science Bachelor Degree
If your love and passion for food runs deeper, and you want to explore the ‘Why’ behind the science of food, this CIA Bachelor’s of Professional Studies in Culinary Science degree is the perfect match for you.
INTAKES
Spring, Summer, Fall
DURATION
3 Years
LOCATIONS
New York
- Gain an understanding of the science behind foods and beverages that will act as a catalyst in your journey to create culinary experiences that are delicious, safe, consistent and creative through sensory evaluation techniques.
- Real world experience through on ground paid internships at one of CIA’s 2000+ food industry partners.
- Connect with 140+ companies hiring at CIA Career Fair, including Dole Consumer Products, EFCO, McCormick, Nestlé, and Sabra.
The career services team at CIA are constantly evolving and networking to get the best opportunities out there. The food industry is in perpetual need of professionals who can think out of the box.
- Culinary education
- Food compliance and safety
- Production management
- Quality assurance
- Food manufacturing
- Research and development
The career services team at CIA are constantly evolving and networking to get the best opportunities out there.
Contact us to know more details.
Students taking the Bachelor of Professional Studies in Culinary Science program may choose one of two areas of focus: Culinary Arts or Baking and Pastry Arts.
The 132-credit BPS in Culinary Science, Culinary Arts focus includes:
54 credits in culinary arts requirements
39 credits in liberal arts requirements
6 credits in business management requirements
33 credits in culinary science requirements
The 132-credit BPS in Culinary Science, Baking and Pastry Arts focus includes:
55.5 credits in baking and pastry arts requirements
37.5 credits in liberal arts requirements
6 credits in business management requirements
33 credits in culinary science requirements
You will take fascinating, in-depth courses in all areas of culinary science, from ingredient functionality to culinary R&D to flavor science and beyond. Combine them with liberal arts courses in social science, math, history and cultures, and more for the deep and well-rounded education today’s culinary science professional requires.
The curriculum also features a semester-long internship experience along with the strong culinary arts or baking and pastry arts core you’ll get only at the CIA.
Here is everything you need to start your journey with CIA
- Complete the Application form.
- Request official transcripts: Download the Transcript Request Form and ask your high school and/or any postsecondary colleges to provide your transcripts electronically via Parchment Exchange or mail your official transcripts directly to the CIA Admissions Office. – If you hold an equivalency diploma, the official test scores must be submitted.
- Submit an Essay: Submit a personal statement (200–500 words) telling us: – Why you’re passionate about the food and hospitality industry – What experiences you have – How you feel that your experiences have prepared you for The Culinary Institute of America.
- Passport: – A mandatory requirement for identification verification – The official passport document from your home country is required to confirm your citizenship.
- Proof of Funding: Proof of funding can be 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 $50,000 USD for our undergraduate programs or $25,000 USD for our master’s programs. Download a copy of the official bank certification form.
- 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. Students must submit this form even if supporting themselves.
Download a copy of the declaration form for undergraduate students >
Download a copy of the declaration form for graduate students > - Proof of English Proficiency: If English is not your native language, you will be required to demonstrate proficiency either by test results or participating in classroom instruction. Learn about CIA’s English proficiency requirement.
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Application Process
Follow our simple steps to apply and move closer to your dream career in the food industry
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Scholarship & FINANCIAL Aid
The CIA is very committed to making your CIA education as affordable as possible. Our costs are comparable to similar colleges, and here’s even better news—more than 90% of our students receive some form of financial aid.
Don’t let applying for financial assistance keep you from going to the world’s premier culinary college.