#1 IN THE WORLD

Ranked best culinary school in the world by Chef’s Pencil (1)

10,000+ STUDENTS

Over 10,000+ students currently enrolled on-campus and online (2)

TOP 10 SCHOOLS

Top 10 culinary schools in the United States - USA Today (3)

Best Online Schools 2023

The only U.S. accredited institution offering 100% online degrees with culinary classes and hands-on industry externships(4)

Professional Preparation for Your Culinary and Hospitality Career

$2000 Scholarship & Financial Aid for Those Who Apply and Qualify

We are proud to partner with Sodexo to provide you with a culinary and hospitality education that can provide you with the skills and knowledge to succeed. Escoffier offers convenient online diploma programs and degrees in the pastry and culinary arts as well as Food Entrepreneurship, Plant-Based Culinary Arts, Holistic Nutrition and Wellness and Hospitality & Restaurant Operations Management programs. Our programs are designed for working adults and we focus on the support you need to complete your program. We look forward to helping you reach your goals!

Graduate Testimonials*

Terrydon Williams
Online Culinary Student

CULINARY ARTS

Our online degree and diploma programs can help prepare you for a variety of opportunities with the latest skills and techniques, combined with a business focus needed in many expanded roles.

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PASTRY ARTS

With our pastry degree and diploma programs you can receive a well-rounded education, including classic and contemporary approaches to help you advance your pastry and baking career opportunities.

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FOOD ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Practical training on how to start a food business with an emphasis on business planning, food marketing, and other core entrepreneurship skills.

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plant-based
culinary arts

Cultivate your skills in the rapidly growing field of plant-based cuisine through our plant-based degree and diploma programs. Explore nutrition, wellness philosophies and much more.

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HOLISTIC NUTRITION & WELLNESS

Stand out in the wellness industry with a credential that combines skills in nutrition, mindfulness and healthy lifestyles with a foundation in crafting delicious, balanced meals.

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Hospitality and Restaurant Operations Management

This broad-based, business-focused program can help you advance in, and prepare for, a wide variety of positions within hospitality and restaurant operations and management.

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The Escoffier Difference

World-renowned Reputation
Business-oriented Curriculum
Personalized Support
Professional Instruction
Sustainability Centered
Nationally Accredited and Industry Recognized
Flexible 100% Online Format with Hands-On Industry Externship for Working Adults

Accreditations, Memberships & Awards