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Online Culinary Arts FAQs
Are the online culinary program costs per year or the entire program?
The tuition and fees displayed above are for the entire program. All of the fees and costs will not increase for the entirety of your chosen program.
Can you get financial aid for culinary school?
Financial aid is available to qualifying students who apply. Our specialized staff can help guide you through this process. Find out more about Financial Aid.
How long does it take to complete the online culinary arts programs?
The Diploma in Culinary Arts and Operations takes 60 weeks. The Associate of Occupational Studies Degree in Culinary Arts can also be completed in 60 weeks,* depending on the diploma program you’ve already completed.
*Time to complete may be extended due to Distance Education course sequencing.
Can you get scholarships for the online culinary programs?
Yes, there are many options for culinary school scholarships. Be sure to ask us about our helpful handbook, The Complete Guide to Culinary School Scholarships.
Can I continue working while I'm enrolled in culinary school?
Yes, you can continue working while enrolled in school. If you miss a live session due to work or other circumstances, you have the option to watch recordings of the live instruction at a later time.
How do most students pay for culinary school?
Most students use financial aid and/or loans to help pay for culinary school. Financial aid in the form of scholarships and grants can help reduce the cost of tuition for eligible students. In fact, 59% of Boulder students who entered postsecondary education for the first time received some financial assistance in 2022-23 for those who applied and qualified.*
*College Navigator, National Center for Education Statistics
What is the "net price" for culinary school, and how is it calculated?
Estimated net price is calculated by subtracting estimated total grant aid from the estimated total cost of attendance.* Each student receives an estimated net price after completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form.
*What does net price mean for college costs?, StudentAid.gov
Online Baking & Pastry Arts FAQs
Are listed prices per year or for the entire online baking & pastry program?
The listed tuition and fees for the baking & pastry programs are for the entire program. All of the fees and costs will not increase for the entirety of your chosen program.
Can you get financial aid for baking & pastry school?
Financial aid is available for the baking & pastry diploma and Associate degree programs to qualifying students who apply. Our specialized staff can help guide you through this process. Find out more about Financial Aid.
How long does it take to complete the online pastry arts programs?
The Diploma in Professional Pastry Arts takes 60 weeks to complete. The Associate of Occupational Studies Degree in Baking and Pastry can also be completed in 60 weeks, depending on the diploma program you’ve already completed.
Can you get scholarships for baking & pastry school?
Yes, there are scholarships available to pastry arts and baking students. Be sure to see our handbook, The Complete Guide to Culinary School Scholarships.
Can I continue working while I'm enrolled in baking & pastry school?
Yes, you can continue working while enrolled in baking school. You have the option to watch recordings of the live instruction at a later time if you have to miss a live class session.
How do most students pay for baking & pastry school?
Most students use some form of financial aid or loans to cover the costs of their baking & pastry education. Financial aid is available to eligible students. In fact, 59% of Boulder students who entered postsecondary education for the first time received some financial assistance in 2022-23 for those who applied and qualified.*
*College Navigator, National Center for Education Statistics
What is "net price" for baking school?
Estimated net price is calculated by subtracting estimated total grant aid from the estimated total cost of attendance.* Each student receives an estimated net price after completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form.
*What does net price mean for college costs?, StudentAid.gov
Online Food Entrepreneurship FAQs
Are listed prices for the entire online food entrepreneurship program or per year?
The tuition and fees displayed above are for the entire Food Entrepreneurship program. All of the fees and costs will not increase for the entirety of your chosen program.
How do I apply for financial aid?
Financial aid is available for the Food Entrepreneurship programs to qualifying students who apply. Our specialized staff can help guide you through this process. Find out more about Financial Aid.
How long does it take to complete the food entrepreneurship programs?
The Food Entrepreneurship Diploma takes 60 weeks total to complete. The Associate of Occupational Studies Degree in Food Entrepreneurship takes 84 weeks total.
How can I learn about scholarships that could be available?
We encourage all students to apply for as many scholarship opportunities as they can. We also have a resource to help you: The Complete Guide to Culinary School Scholarships.
Can I have a job while I'm enrolled in the program?
Many students continue working while enrolled in school. Live class sessions are recorded, so you can view recordings whenever you are unable to participate live.
How do most students pay for the food entrepreneurship programs?
Student loans and financial aid in the form of grants and scholarships can all be used to help pay for your education. Financial aid is available to eligible students. In fact, 59% of Boulder students who entered postsecondary education for the first time received some financial assistance in 2022-23 for those who applied and qualified.*
*College Navigator, National Center for Education Statistics
What is "net price" and how is it calculated?
Estimated net price is calculated by subtracting estimated total grant aid from the estimated total cost of attendance.* Each student receives an estimated net price after completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form.
*What does net price mean for college costs?, StudentAid.gov
Online Plant-Based Culinary Arts FAQs
Are these prices per year or for entire online plant-based program?
The costs shown above are for the entire plant-based program. All of the fees and costs will not increase for the entirety of your chosen program.
Can you get financial aid to help pay for the plant-based programs?
Financial aid is available for plant-based culinary arts programs to qualifying students who apply. Our financial aid staff can help. For more information, see: Financial Aid.
How long does it take to complete the online plant-based programs?
The Diploma in Plant-Based Culinary Arts takes 60 weeks to complete. The Associate of Occupational Studies Degree in Plant-Based Culinary Arts takes 84 weeks to complete.
Are there scholarships that can help pay for school?
We encourage all plant-based students to apply for as many scholarships as they can. Also see our handbook, The Complete Guide to Culinary School Scholarships.
Can I continue working while I'm enrolled in the online plant-based programs?
Yes, many students continue working while enrolled in culinary school. You can attend the live classes if it works with your schedule, or listen to a recording of the live class instruction.
How do most students pay for school?
Most students use some combination of scholarships, grants, and/or loans to help cover the costs of their plant-based programs. Financial aid is available to qualifying students who apply. In fact, 59% of Boulder students who entered postsecondary education for the first time received some financial assistance in 2022-23 for those who applied and qualified.*
*College Navigator, National Center for Education Statistics
What is "net price" and how is it calculated?
Estimated net price is calculated by subtracting estimated total grant aid from the estimated total cost of attendance.* Each student receives an estimated net price after completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form.
*What does net price mean for college costs?, StudentAid.gov
Online Holistic Nutrition & Wellness FAQs
Are listed prices for the entire program or per year?
The tuition and fees displayed above are for the entire Holistic Nutrition & Wellness program. All of the fees and costs will not increase for the entirety of your chosen program.
How do I apply for financial aid?
Financial aid is available for Holistic Nutrition & Wellness programs to qualifying students who apply. Our specialized staff can help guide you through this process. Find out more about Financial Aid.
How long does it take to complete the holistic nutrition & wellness programs?
The Diploma in Holistic Nutrition and Wellness takes 60 weeks to complete. The Associate of Occupational Studies Degree in Holistic Nutrition and Wellness takes 84 weeks to complete.
How can I learn about scholarships that could be available?
We encourage all students to apply for as many scholarship opportunities as they can. We also have a resource to help you: The Complete Guide to Culinary School Scholarships.
Can I have a job while I'm enrolled in the program?
Many students continue working while enrolled in school. Live class sessions are recorded, so you can view recordings whenever you are unable to participate live.
How do most students pay for the Holistic Nutrition and Wellness programs?
Student loans and financial aid in the form of grants and scholarships can all be used to help pay for your education. Financial aid is available to eligible students. In fact, 59% of Boulder students who entered postsecondary education for the first time received some financial assistance in 2022-23 for those who applied and qualified.*
*College Navigator, National Center for Education Statistics
What is "net price" and how is it calculated?
Estimated net price is calculated by subtracting estimated total grant aid from the estimated total cost of attendance.* Each student receives an estimated net price after completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form.
*What does net price mean for college costs?, StudentAid.gov
Online Hospitality & Restaurant Operations Management FAQs
Are these prices for the entire program or per year?
The prices shown cover the entire program. All of the fees and costs will not increase for the entirety of your chosen program.
Is financial aid available for this program?
Yes, financial aid is available to qualifying students. Learn more about Financial Aid.
How long does it take to complete the online Hospitality & Restaurant Operations Management program?
The Associate of Occupational Studies Degree in Hospitality and Restaurant Operations Management can be completed in 60 weeks.
Are there scholarships available for the hospitality program?
Students are encouraged to apply for scholarships prior to and even after enrolling. Also, ask about our handbook, The Complete Guide to Culinary School Scholarships.
Can I continue working while I'm a student?
Yes, students may continue to work while enrolled in the program. The live interactive classes are recorded and can be viewed later if it conflicts with work.
How do most students pay for school?
To pay for school, most students will use grants, scholarships, and/or student loans. Financial aid is available to those who qualify. In fact, 59% of Boulder students who entered postsecondary education for the first time received some financial assistance in 2022-23 for those who applied and qualified.*
What is the "net price" and how is it calculated?
Estimated net price is calculated by subtracting estimated total grant aid from the estimated total cost of attendance.* Each student receives an estimated net price after completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form.
*What does net price mean for college costs?, StudentAid.gov
Boulder Campus Culinary Arts FAQs
Are the Boulder campus culinary arts prices per year or for the whole program?
The displayed prices are for the entire program. All of the fees and costs will not increase for the entirety of your chosen program.
Is financial aid available on the Boulder campus?
Yes, financial aid is available to qualifying students who apply. Our specialized staff can help guide you through this process. Learn more about financial aid.
How long are the Boulder campus culinary arts programs?
The Diploma in Culinary Arts takes 30 weeks to complete. The Associate of Occupational Studies Degree in Culinary Arts takes 60 weeks to complete.
Are there scholarships, and how can I apply?
Boulder campus students are encouraged to apply for as many scholarships as they can. Ask us about our handbook, The Complete Guide to Culinary School Scholarships.
How do most people pay for school?
Most people will pay for school using scholarships, grants, and/or student loans. Financial aid is available to qualifying students. In fact, 59% of Boulder students who entered postsecondary education for the first time received some financial assistance in 2022-23 for those who applied and qualified.*
*College Navigator, National Center for Education Statistics
What does "net price" mean?
Estimated net price is calculated by subtracting estimated total grant aid from the estimated total cost of attendance.* Each student receives an estimated net price after completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form.
*What does net price mean for college costs?, StudentAid.gov
Boulder Campus Baking & Pastry Arts FAQs
Are the pastry arts program prices per year or for the whole program?
The prices are for the entire baking & pastry program. All of the fees and costs will not increase for the entirety of your chosen program.
Is financial aid available on the Boulder campus for pastry arts students?
Financial aid is available to qualifying students who apply. Our specialized staff can help guide you through this process. Learn more about financial aid.
How long does it take to complete the pastry arts programs?
The Diploma in Pastry Arts takes 30 weeks to complete. The Associate of Occupational Studies Degree in Baking and Pastry takes 60 weeks to complete.
Are there scholarships? How can I apply?
Boulder campus pastry arts students are encouraged to apply for as many scholarships as they can. Ask us about our handbook, The Complete Guide to Culinary School Scholarships.
How do most people pay for pastry arts school?
Escoffier Boulder students typically pay for school with a combination of scholarships, grants, and/or student loans. Financial aid is available to qualifying students. In fact, 59% of Boulder students who entered postsecondary education for the first time received some financial assistance in 2022-23 for those who applied and qualified.*
*College Navigator, National Center for Education Statistics
What does "net price" mean?
Estimated net price is calculated by subtracting estimated total grant aid from the estimated total cost of attendance.* Each student receives an estimated net price after completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form.
*What does net price mean for college costs?, StudentAid.gov
Boulder Campus Plant-Based Culinary Arts FAQs
Are the plant-based program prices per year or for the whole program?
The prices displayed are for the entire program. All of the fees and costs will not increase for the entirety of your chosen program.
Is financial aid available for the plant-based programs?
Financial aid is available to those who apply and qualify. Our specialized staff can help guide you through this process. Learn more about financial aid.
How long does it take to complete the residential plant-based program?
The Diploma in Plant-Based Cuisine program takes 42 weeks to complete.
Are there scholarships, and how can I apply?
Boulder campus students are encouraged to apply for as many scholarships as they can. Be sure to ask us about our handbook, The Complete Guide to Culinary School Scholarships.
How do most people pay for plant-based culinary school?
Scholarships, grants, and/or student loans are typically used to help students pay for plant-based culinary school. Financial aid is available to qualifying students. In fact, 59% of Boulder students who entered postsecondary education for the first time received some financial assistance in 2022-23 for those who applied and qualified.*
*College Navigator, National Center for Education Statistics
What does "net price" mean?
Estimated net price is calculated by subtracting estimated total grant aid from the estimated total cost of attendance.* Each student receives an estimated net price after completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form.
*What does net price mean for college costs?, StudentAid.gov
Austin Campus Culinary Arts FAQs
Are the prices shown per year or for the full culinary arts program in Austin?
The costs shown are for the Austin campus culinary arts programs. All of the fees and costs will not increase for the entirety of your chosen program at Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts.
Is financial aid available at Escoffier's Austin campus?
Yes, financial aid is available to qualifying students who apply. Our specialized staff can help guide you through this process. Find out more about Financial Aid.
How long does it take to complete the Austin campus culinary arts programs?
The Diploma in Culinary Arts takes roughly 30 weeks to complete. The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Culinary Arts takes 60 weeks to complete.
Are scholarships available to Austin campus culinary arts students?
Yes; students are encouraged to apply early and often for scholarships. To learn more, ask us about our handbook, The Complete Guide to Culinary School Scholarships.
How do most students pay for the cost of school at the Austin campus?
Qualifying students can pay for culinary school using scholarships, financial aid, and student loans. In fact, 95% of Austin students who entered postsecondary education for the first time received some financial assistance in 2022-23 for those who applied and qualified.*
*College Navigator, National Center for Education Statistics
What does "net price" mean?
Estimated net price is calculated by subtracting estimated total grant aid from the estimated total cost of attendance.* Each student receives an estimated net price after completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form.
*What does net price mean for college costs?, StudentAid.gov
Austin Campus Baking & Pastry Arts FAQs
Are the Austin campus baking & pastry program prices per year or for the whole program?
The Austin campus baking & pastry program prices are the full program price. All of the fees and costs will not increase for the entirety of your chosen program.
Is financial aid available for the Austin Campus pastry arts programs?
Financial aid is available to qualifying students who apply. Our specialized staff can help guide you through this process. Find out more about Financial Aid.
How long does it take to complete the baking & pastry programs at the Austin Campus?
The Diploma in Pastry Arts takes roughly 30 weeks to complete. The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Pastry Arts takes 60 weeks to complete.
Are there scholarships available to pastry arts students in Austin?
Yes; students are encouraged to apply early and often for scholarships. To learn more, ask us about our helpful handbook, The Complete Guide to Culinary School Scholarships.
How do most students pay for the Austin Pastry Arts programs?
Qualifying students can pay for culinary school using scholarships, financial aid, and student loans. In fact, 95% of Austin students who entered postsecondary education for the first time received some financial assistance in 2022-23 for those who applied and qualified.*
*College Navigator, National Center for Education Statistics
What does "net price" mean?
Estimated net price is calculated by subtracting estimated total grant aid from the estimated total cost of attendance.* Each student receives an estimated net price after completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form.
*What does net price mean for college costs?, StudentAid.gov
