Culinary Arts at Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science graduates compare to all programs nationally
Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science graduates earn $32k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all culinary arts associates programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
Culinary Arts associates's programs at peer institutions in New York (22 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science | $32,023 | — | $14,745* | — |
| Culinary Institute of America | $28,049 | $36,665 | $12,000* | 0.43 |
| SUNY College of Technology at Alfred | $26,598 | $27,386 | $12,000* | 0.45 |
| Niagara County Community College | $26,514 | $30,579 | $12,000* | 0.45 |
| Monroe University | $18,256 | $24,965 | $13,364* | 0.73 |
| Erie Community College | $15,793 | $17,788 | $6,439* | 0.41 |
| National Median | $26,446 | — | $15,125* | 0.57 |
Other Culinary Arts Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Culinary Institute of America Hyde Park | $38,410 | $28,049 | $12,000 |
| SUNY College of Technology at Alfred Alfred | $8,862 | $26,598 | $12,000 |
| Niagara County Community College Sanborn | $6,726 | $26,514 | $12,000 |
| Monroe University Bronx | $17,922 | $18,256 | $13,364 |
| Erie Community College Buffalo | $6,100 | $15,793 | $6,439 |
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 Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science, approximately 37% 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.