CIA Student Life

Welcome to Your Next Adventure

Food is Your Community

Located in major culinary destinations, each of our U.S. campuses has a distinct vibe and unique culinary twist. Yet no matter which campus you call 鈥渉ome,鈥� you鈥檒l find your place and your people among a diverse group of faculty and peers who are as inspired by food as you are.

A large, stately brick building with a white facade and green awnings, featuring a prominent "Welcome" sign and banners. In front, a circular plaza with an elegant fountain sprays water into the air, surrounded by well-manicured greenery under a clear blue sky. It resembles one of the distinguished Culinary Institute of America locations.

CIA New York鈥擳he Total Package

Set along the beautiful Hudson River, our New York campus is unmatched by any other culinary college in the world. If you want an amazing culinary education and the fun experience of being a student living on a traditional college campus, this is the Culinary Institute of America location for you. It鈥檚 a dynamic collegiate atmosphere, and you鈥檒l be immersed in it.

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CIA California鈥擭apa Valley Nirvana

Nestled in the heart of Napa Valley, our Greystone campus in St. Helena is one of the world鈥檚 most unique and inspiring places for culinary education and among the best to study wines and beverages. Surrounded by vineyards, arts, and culture, you鈥檒l be part of a close-knit campus that feels like family.

CIA Texas鈥擴rban Learning Environment

San Antonio is all about community, on campus and off. It鈥檚 an amazing, friendly city pulsing with Latin American-infused culture and cuisine, and our location in the heart of the Pearl district drops you squarely into the action.

College Life with Culinary Twist

Preview Life as a CIA Student!

Exciting things are happening at the Culinary Institute of America! Whether you already have a good understanding of CIA or just getting to know us, this is your go-to spot for all things CIA. Check out our archive of student news and stories about college life with a culinary twist!

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Chat With a Student

Are you curious about what it鈥檚 really like to attend CIA? We鈥檝e got you covered. Our students are ready to answer the questions you haven鈥檛 asked anyone else, share their own personal experiences, and give you genuine advice鈥攂ecause they鈥檝e gone through it, too.

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Tour Campus or Attend an Online Event

Whether you鈥檙e looking to visit one of our campuses or would prefer the convenience of a virtual event, there鈥檚 no better way to learn more about CIA than with one of our admissions events.

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