Culinary Arts at Austin Community College District
Associate's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Texas
Culinary Arts associates's programs at peer institutions in Texas (25 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Community College District | — | — | — | — |
| Dallas College | $31,770 | — | — | — |
| Culinary Institute Inc | $28,089 | $30,013 | $27,829 | 0.99 |
| Texas State Technical College | $26,927 | $26,065 | $11,000 | 0.41 |
| Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Austin | $26,613 | — | $19,682 | 0.74 |
| Houston Community College | $26,419 | $21,641 | $26,217 | 0.99 |
| National Median | $26,446 | — | $15,125 | 0.57 |
Other Culinary Arts Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas College Dallas | $2,370 | $31,770 | — |
| Culinary Institute Inc Houston | $18,539 | $28,089 | $27,829 |
| Texas State Technical College Waco | $7,192 | $26,927 | $11,000 |
| Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Austin Austin | — | $26,613 | $19,682 |
| Houston Community College Houston | $2,040 | $26,419 | $26,217 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Austin Community College District, approximately 23% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.