Culinary Arts at Spokane Community College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Spokane Community College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Spokane Community College graduates earn $24k, placing them in the 62th percentile of all culinary arts certificate programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Washington
Culinary Arts certificate's programs at peer institutions in Washington (18 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spokane Community College | $23,529 | — | — | — |
| International Air and Hospitality Academy | $28,085 | $26,142 | $9,500 | 0.34 |
| National Median | $21,718 | — | $11,634 | 0.54 |
Other Culinary Arts Programs in Washington
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Washington schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| International Air and Hospitality Academy Vancouver | — | $28,085 | $9,500 |
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 Spokane Community College, approximately 28% 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 20 graduates with reported earnings and 15 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.