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Private for-profit, 2-Year
Houston, TX

Culinary Institute Inc

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in TX. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$18,539

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

56.0%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$32,195

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Culinary Institute Inc is a distinguished Private for-profit, 2-Year institution located in Houston, TX. With a competitive tuition profile of $18,539, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 56.0% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$37,078

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

16.9 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$2,195

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

-$15,128

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$6,822

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Culinary Institute Inc is $16,004.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
57.5%
42.5%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Hispanic
38.6%
Black
32.0%
White
24.6%
Asian
3.0%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.9%
Two or more
0.6%
Unknown
0.3%
International
0.0%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$18,539

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$26,106
$30k - $48k$29,019
$48k - $75kNot Reported
$75k+Not Reported

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$16,004
Pell Grant Recipients70.9%
Using Federal Loans69.1%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment31.6%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

18.2%

Success

56.0%

In-State Cost

$18,539

Age 25+ Students

40.4%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 12

Working at 6yr

291 students

Living In Houston

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
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Studio

$1,073

Monthly Average

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1 Bedroom

$1,135

Monthly Average

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2 Bedrooms

$1,357

Monthly Average

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3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Houston metropolitan area.