Culinary Arts at College of DuPage
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How College of DuPage graduates compare to all programs nationally
College of DuPage graduates earn $27k, placing them in the 58th percentile of all culinary arts associates programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois
Culinary Arts associates's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (19 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| College of DuPage | $26,952 | — | — | — |
| Joliet Junior College | $28,252 | — | $16,375 | 0.58 |
| National Louis University | $24,786 | $35,560 | $17,500 | 0.71 |
| City Colleges of Chicago-Kennedy-King College | $19,447 | — | $6,285 | 0.32 |
| National Median | $26,446 | — | $15,125 | 0.57 |
Other Culinary Arts Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joliet Junior College Joliet | $4,530 | $28,252 | $16,375 |
| National Louis University Chicago | $12,345 | $24,786 | $17,500 |
| City Colleges of Chicago-Kennedy-King College Chicago | $4,380 | $19,447 | $6,285 |
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 College of DuPage, approximately 20% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 18 graduates with reported earnings and 13 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.