California Accepted Students Info

Information for Students Starting in September, January, or April

Know that CIA California Enrollment Office is here to help guide you all the way from acceptance to your first day of classes.

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Follow these steps to get started:

Let everyone know you’re CIA bound! Pay your deposit on the student portal.

Filed your FAFSA yet? Don’t delay, it’s easy. Don’t know which FAFSA to file? Read below.

CIA Main Menu—your student portal—is your one-stop shop for important information, deadlines, and forms.

File your Free Application for Federal Student Aid ()

CIA’s federal code is 007304. Every year, students are able to file the newest FAFSA (for the following year) beginning on or before December 1.

Which FAFSA should I file?

Entry Date2024–25 FAFSA2025–26 FAFSA
January 2025Yes—
April 2025YesYes
September 2025—Yes

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Check out what a typical California campus dorm room is equipped with before you pack to come to campus!

Aerial view of a large, historic stone building with a tower, surrounded by lush greenery and landscaped gardens. The building has a red-tiled roof and several parking spaces. There are palm trees and well-maintained pathways in the vicinity, perfect for CIA Greystone Tours to explore.

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Here’s what happening at CIA California…

Preparation

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Are you curious about what it’s really like to attend CIA? We’ve got you covered. Our students are ready to answer the questions you haven’t asked anyone else, share their own personal experiences, and give you genuine advice—because they’ve gone through it, too.

Check our FAQs for California Accepted Students. Remember you can always reach out to CIA’s Enrollment Team with any questions at [email protected] or 1-800-CULINARY.

Next Steps/Deposit

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Enrollment Team

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Hyde Park, NY 12538