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Follow Your Culinary Passion Without Needing to Put Your Life on Hold

Life’s busy—but your culinary dreams don’t have to wait. Escoffier online programs offer technique-driven training that our campuses offer, plus a hands-on industry externship for real-world experience.

Whether you’re a busy professional or someone who values flexibility, our online diploma and associate degree programs can offer a convenient alternative to traditional education.

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Culinary Arts

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Hands-on techniques and methods in the preparation of foods,…
Available Programs:
  • Online Diploma in Culinary Arts and Operations
  • Online Associate Degree in Culinary Arts*

Program Length:

60 weeks*

*Time to complete may be extended due to Distance Education course sequencing.

Program Objectives:

  • Teach students the foundation of culinary techniques in cuisine and pastry in order to pursue a career in the culinary arts.
  • Enable students to develop the skills and confidence to cook or bake without recipes.
  • Introduce students to palate development and sensory awareness, enhancing their ability to critically evaluate food.
  • Prepare students to be culinary professionals by teaching skills related to the foodservice industry.
  • Provide students the foundational business skills required to maintain a profitable food service establishment.
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Baking & Pastry Arts

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Training in the technical skills and science of baking and pastry…
Available Programs:
  • Online Diploma in Professional Pastry Arts
  • Online Associate Degree in Baking & Pastry

Program Length:

60 weeks

Program Objectives:

  • Teach students the foundations of French pastry and baking so they can pursue a career in the pastry industry.
  • Enable students to develop the skills and confidence to bake with or without recipes.
  • Develop students’ baking and pastry equipment awareness so they will be able to work with assurance in a professional kitchen.
  • Teach the basic elements of pastry plate composition and design.
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Food Entrepreneurship

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Practical training on how to start a food business with an emphasis…
Available Programs:
  • Online Diploma in Food Entrepreneurship
  • Online Associate Degree in Food Entrepreneurship

Program Length:

Diploma Program: 60 weeks


Degree Program: 84 weeks

Program Objectives:

  • Acquire foundational knowledge to pursue careers as restaurant cooks, personal cooks and chefs, caterers, food truck owners, and more.
  • Explore core business essentials such as cost control, supervision, and menu design in addition to culinary techniques.
  • Examine marketing concepts and promotion through the lens of social media content creation, food writing for blogs, food styling, and photography.
  • Apply business principles in the management of operations and private practice.
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Plant-Based Culinary Arts

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Create delightful foods with plant-based ingredients and techniques,…
Available Programs:
  • Online Diploma in Plant-Based Culinary Arts
  • Online Associate Degree in Plant-Based Culinary Arts

Program Length:

Diploma Program: 60 weeks

Degree Program: 84 weeks

Program Objectives:

  • Demonstrate professionalism in all aspects of the foodservice industry including, but not limited to, food safety and sanitation, hygiene, care and use of tools, effective communication, and respect for the uniform.
  • Use culinary and pastry tools, techniques, and ingredients to craft plant-based food that is inclusive, creative, and relevant in today’s food culture.
  • Support the importance of Farm to Table principles with a focus on nutritional benefits, sustainability, ethics, and biodiversity.
  • Apply business principles in the management of commercial foodservice operations.
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Holistic Nutrition & Wellness

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Stand out in the nutrition and wellness industry with a skillset…
Available Programs:
  • Online Diploma in Holistic Nutrition and Wellness
  • Online Associate Degree in Holistic Nutrition and Wellness

Program Length:

Diploma Program: 60 weeks

Degree Program: 84 weeks

Program Objectives:

  • Acquire foundational knowledge to pursue careers in healthy food preparation, personal chef for hire, and food wellness coaching with nutritionally balanced menus.
  • Explore food consumption and diet through the lens of human nutrition as a science and nutritional vs. traditional cooking techniques.
  • Examine specialized diets, wellness concepts including mindfulness and holistic approaches, as well as the business skills needed to be successful in practice.
  • Apply business principles in the management of operations and private practice.
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Hospitality & Restaurant Operations Management

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A greater emphasis on business-oriented classes prepares…
Available Programs:
  • Online Associate Degree in Hospitality & Restaurant Operations Management

Program Length:

60 weeks

Program Objectives:

  • Understand the skill sets required for supervisory/ management positions.
  • Analyze relevant operations data and make sound decisions for a profitable operation.
  • Plan and provide professional service with high levels of attention to detail in guest experience.
    Train and coach line level employees in operations.
  • Understand available business technologies and provide consultation based on an operation’s needs.
  • Understand and develop the operation as a concept.
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How Do Online Culinary Programs Work at Escoffier?

Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts pioneered the online learning model for the culinary arts.
Here’s how it works:

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step 1:

LEARN from professional Chef Instructors

  • Engage with interactive lessons to understand key culinary concepts.
  • Watch technique videos for demonstrations of essential skills.
  • Test your knowledge with interactive checks to ensure you’re retaining what you’ve learned.
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step 2:

DISCUSS in a live virtual classroom setting

  • Participate in discussion boards with classmates and instructors.
  • Join weekly live lessons for an interactive, real-time classroom experience.
  • Receive personalized feedback from Chef Instructors to help you develop your skills.
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step 3:

APPLY your knowledge

  • Complete practical assignments and document them with production sheets and photos.
  • Reflect on your culinary process through written summaries and assessments.
  • Use tools like the Flavor Wheel to assess and improve the taste of your dishes.

All Online Programs Include an In-Person Industry Externship

Escoffier’s online programs help you to have the best of both worlds – you can experience the flexibility of online culinary school while participating in a hands-on, in-person industry externship. Externships can be an excellent opportunity to apply the skills you’ve learned in an operational restaurant or related business while working with experienced culinary professionals.

What Are the Benefits of Online Culinary School?

  • Flexible Schedule: Have more control over your schedule to help you balance school with other commitments.
  • Work in Your Own Kitchen: Practice recipes and skills in the comfort of your own kitchen.
  • Learn Almost Anywhere: Take your education with you almost anywhere.
  • Diverse Network: Connect with peers, instructors, and professionals with diverse backgrounds.
  • Self-Paced Learning: As long as students meet their weekly program deadlines, they can complete coursework whenever it’s convenient for them.
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Explore Financing Options

Escoffier’s online programs are available through the Boulder, Colorado, campus. The average net price was $11,554 after grant or scholarship aid for students in the largest program for the time in academic year 2022-23.*

*College Navigator, National Center for Education Statistics

Federal Financial Aid
Financial aid is available to students who apply and qualify. Get our student aid guide, or speak with a financial aid representative to learn more.
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Learn about scholarships and federal financial grants for those who apply and qualify.
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Eligible active duty, veterans, and their family members have specific grants available to help them reach their educational goals.
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#1 IN THE USA

Ranked best culinary school in the USA by Chef’s Pencil 2022

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LARGEST IN THE USA

Escoffier is the largest culinary school brand in the United States*

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BEST ONLINE SCHOOLS

Newsweek 5-star Award: America’s Top Online Learning Schools 2025

*Based on comparable student population data for Austin and Boulder as currently reported in Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS).

Student and Graduate Stories

How our flexible online programs helped our students pursue their goals
Shamaya Williams Coats headshot Shamaya Williams Coats Online Culinary Arts Graduate
“I encourage anyone who wants to invest in their culinary career to attend Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts! Their online program is top-tier, and the staff work tirelessly to support students because our success is theirs, too. I worked 60 hours a week as an employee while simultaneously running my business and keeping up with my personal life while attending this school.”*
Danelle Esquivel headshot Danelle Esquivel Online Culinary Arts Student
“The online program is so detailed. When making your assignment you have to take step-by-step pictures, there are Zoom sessions with great chefs, and study halls for demonstrations. I’ve learned so much online! Some people have this dream but aren’t able to fulfill it because of full-time jobs. Online has been such a great decision for me and that’s the honest truth!”*
Lance McWhorter headshot Lance McWhorter Online Culinary Arts Graduate, Food Network “Chopped” Contestant, Chef & Restaurant Owner
“When I first started school, I was pulling 80-100 hour weeks as an executive chef[…], and [Escoffier’s online program] actually worked within my schedule. It’s amazing how Escoffier translates the cooking and learning experience into an online medium. You’d think it would be really difficult, but it’s not. I couldn’t have [gone to culinary school] if it wasn’t online.”*

*This information may not reflect every student’s experience. Results and outcomes may be based on several factors such as geographical region or previous experience.

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