The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) is a private, not-for-profit college specializing in culinary and baking arts education. Founded in 1946, it operates campuses in New York, California, Texas, and Singapore. As a private institution, CIA relies on tuition, donations, and revenue from its restaurants and publications rather than state funding.
Private status allows CIA to set its own curriculum, admission standards, and tuition fees. It is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and renowned for its rigorous programs, industry connections, and high graduate employment rates in the hospitality sector.
