Compare to Similar Programs in California

Culinary Arts certificate's programs at peer institutions in California (59 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
ZMS The Academy
Institute of Culinary Education$22,759$28,452$6,7770.30
Institute of Technology$21,509$23,814$9,5000.44
National Median$21,718$11,6340.54

Other Culinary Arts Programs in California

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
Institute of Culinary Education
Pasadena
$22,759$6,777
Institute of Technology
Clovis
$21,509$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 ZMS The Academy, approximately 11% 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.