Culinary Arts Program

The culinary arts program at Indiana University of Pennsylvania prepares students for a career as an executive chef, restaurateur, food and beverage manager, food writer, research chef, or a culinary educator. The program focuses on cooking related services in restaurants and other commercial food establishments. Program courses include: recipe and menu planning, preparing and cooking foods, supervising and training kitchen assistants, managing food supplies and kitchen resources, food presentation, and a variety of cuisines and culinary techniques. Get more details below including other Pennsylvania colleges that offer culinary arts program.

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Indiana University of Pennsylvania

1145 King Road, Immaculata, PA

Indiana University of Pennsylvania, a public institution, offers a variety of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Indiana, Pennsylvania, the school offers a rural setting for students to study in. Approximately 15,000 students are enrolled annually at IUP.

Students can select from a few areas of study, including:

• Social Sciences
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Communications And Journalism

Students applying for admission are generally asked to submit an application, transcripts, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions staff. The majority of students at IUP scored in a range of 1310 to 1590 on the SAT exam. This school has an admissions rate of around 60% of which only 41% chose to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found at iup.edu.

The tuition at Indiana University of Pennsylvania varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay nearly $9,200 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $21,000 annually. Student housing is available for students, which costs approximately $8,000 each year. Some students at Indiana University of Pennsylvania may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically offered as grants or student loans.

The IUP Crimson Hawks participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, within the NCAA organization. Sports available may include the following:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)

Students Enrolled in the Culinary Arts Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Indiana University of Pennsylvania has offered the following program levels for students:

• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Chefs and Head Cooks

Description

Direct and may participate in the preparation, seasoning, and cooking of salads, soups, fish, meats, vegetables, desserts, or other foods. May plan and price menu items, order supplies, and keep records and accounts.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, chefs and head cooks employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.9% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Camden, NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 280
  • Average Hourly Rate: $26.70
  • Average Annual Salary: $55540
• Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 630
  • Average Hourly Rate: $26.96
  • Average Annual Salary: $56080
• Wilmington, DE-MD-NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 260
  • Average Hourly Rate: $23.47
  • Average Annual Salary: $48810

First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers

Description

Directly supervise and coordinate activities of workers engaged in preparing and serving food.

Cooks, Private Household

Description

Prepare meals in private homes. Includes personal chefs.

Cooks, Restaurant

Description

Prepare, season, and cook dishes such as soups, meats, vegetables, or desserts in restaurants. May order supplies, keep records and accounts, price items on menu, or plan menu.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, cooks, restaurant employment is expected to grow at a rate of 14.3% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Camden, NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $12.48
  • Average Annual Salary: $25950
• Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 5
  • Average Hourly Rate: $12.29
  • Average Annual Salary: $25560
• Wilmington, DE-MD-NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $12.08
  • Average Annual Salary: $25130

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).