Culinary Arts at Miami Dade College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Miami Dade College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Miami Dade College graduates earn $31k, placing them in the 91th percentile of all culinary arts associates programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Florida
Culinary Arts associates's programs at peer institutions in Florida (17 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami Dade College | $31,101 | — | — | — |
| Hillsborough Community College | $29,451 | — | — | — |
| Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale | $28,159 | $28,271 | $20,000 | 0.71 |
| Valencia College | $25,227 | $28,549 | $17,468 | 0.69 |
| National Median | $26,446 | — | $15,125 | 0.57 |
Other Culinary Arts Programs in Florida
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Florida schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsborough Community College Tampa | $2,506 | $29,451 | — |
| Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale | $24,136 | $28,159 | $20,000 |
| Valencia College Orlando | $2,474 | $25,227 | $17,468 |
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 Miami Dade College, approximately 45% 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 17 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.