Culinary Arts at Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute
Associate's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in North Carolina
Culinary Arts associates's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (25 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute | — | — | — | — |
| Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College | $32,602 | $31,673 | — | — |
| Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte | $27,514 | $33,280 | $14,745 | 0.54 |
| Central Piedmont Community College | $27,127 | $29,304 | — | — |
| Guilford Technical Community College | $14,813 | $26,751 | $32,614 | 2.20 |
| National Median | $26,446 | — | $15,125 | 0.57 |
Other Culinary Arts Programs in North Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across North Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College Asheville | $2,882 | $32,602 | — |
| Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte Charlotte | $40,408 | $27,514 | $14,745 |
| Central Piedmont Community College Charlotte | $2,792 | $27,127 | — |
| Guilford Technical Community College Jamestown | $2,319 | $14,813 | $32,614 |
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 Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute, approximately 29% 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.