French Culinary Institute

With an impressive list of alumni that includes Bobby Flay and Donatella Arpaia, French Culinary Institute is one of the country’s premier culinary arts schools. The institute is located in New York City, and student life provides the opportunity to experience some of the finest restaurants in the world.

French Culinary Institute’s academics include several courses for both personal and professional development. Its career-minded programs include the following:

• Classic Culinary Arts
• Classic Pastry Arts
• Art of International Bread Baking
• Intensive Sommelier Training
• Restaurant Management

These programs vary in length from 90 to 600 hours. Classes are offered during the day, evening and weekend, so you can balance your education with your work and family life.

For some French Culinary Institute courses, federal financial aid programs like Pell Grants and Stafford Loans are available. The institute also offers many merit scholarships, such as the Classic Culinary Arts Scholarship and the Baldon Group Restaurant Management Scholarship.

French Culinary Institute recommends visiting the campus before you apply, so you can tour the facilities and talk to an admissions representative. Admissions requirements for French Culinary Institute vary based on the type of enrollment and the program you’re interested in. Contact the school for more information.

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