Career Programs

Age Requirements

New York Campus
Individuals must be at least 17 years of age to enroll in Classic Culinary Arts, Classic Pastry Arts, and Art of International Bread Baking.

California Campus
Individuals must be at least 17 years of age to enroll in Classic Culinary Arts and Classic Pastry Arts. Individuals must be at least 21 years of age to enroll in Wine Appreciation.

Proof of High School Graduation

New York Campus
Individuals enrolling in Classic Culinary Arts, Classic Pastry Arts, and Art of International Bread Baking will be required to submit proof of high school graduation or the equivalent in the form of a high school or postsecondary school diploma, GED, official high school transcript with graduation date, or an official college transcript which indicates that a high school diploma is the basis of admission into the program.

Home school diplomas must meet the requirements of the NYSED. Students whose proof of high school or college graduation is from a foreign institution must provide an official transcript or copy of the original diploma and it must be accompanied by an official, notarized translation.

California Campus
Individuals enrolling in Classic Culinary Arts, Classic Pastry Arts, and Wine Appreciation will be required to submit proof of high school graduation or the equivalent in the form of a high school or postsecondary school diploma, GED, official high school transcript with graduation date, or an official college transcript which indicates that a high school diploma is the basis of admission into the program.

Home school diplomas must meet the requirements of BPPE. Students whose proof of high school or college graduation is from a foreign institution must provide an official transcript or copy of the original diploma and it must be accompanied by an official, notarized translation.

Late Applicants

Students applying within 60 days of a class start will not be regarded as confirmed in a particular class start until admission paperwork is complete and ability to pay is confirmed.

Students who initiate the admission process, fewer than 61 days but more than 14 days prior to a class's orientation date, have 14 days to provide admission documents and demonstrate their ability to pay the cost of attendance. Failure to comply within 14 days will result in cancellation of the enrollment agreements. Students wishing to enroll in a later class start must sign a new enrollment agreement.

Applicants who make a deposit within 14 days of the orientation of a class have no claim to a seat in the class until they have supplied the required admission documents and have demonstrated their ability to pay the cost of attendance. Failure to comply with these rules by the first day of class will result in cancellation of the enrollment agreement. Student wishing to enroll in a later class start must sign a new enrollment agreement.

English Language Proficiency

If English is not your first language, you must demonstrate English language proficiency. English language proficiency can be demonstrated by earning a score of at least 500 (paper version), 173 (computerized version), or 61 (iBT) on the test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL). TOEFL Scores may be submitted directly to The International Culinary Center through the Educational Testing Service (TOEFL code 9059). Applicants who have a bachelor’s degree of higher from a college or university in the United States and who submit an official transcript will be regarded as having demonstrated English proficiency.

International Students

Most international students enrolled in career programs will need a student visa to enter the United States.

International students requiring an M-1 visa should apply for admission to the school a minimum of three months prior to their anticipated program start date. International applicants must secure their visa at least 30 days prior to the start of their program. Failure to do so may result in the cancellation of the enrollment agreement. Students wishing to enroll in a later class start must sign a new enrollment agreement.

For more information on obtaining an M-1 student visa or making a change to current visa status, consult the International Students section of our website.

International applicants must also demonstrate the financial resources necessary to cover the cost of attendance: tuition and fees plus living expenses (for exact amounts, refer to the student catalog made available in the enrollment package). Applicants must submit an official bank statement documenting these resources. If funding is to be provided by a sponsor, the bank statement must be accompanied by a letter in which the sponsor pledges financial support. For more information regarding documentation of financial resources, applicants should speak to the International Student Adviser.

Advanced Standing

A student who has graduated from of The International Culinary Center's La Technique program of or Culinary Techniques may be granted advanced standing to enroll in the Classic Culinary Arts program at the New York campus, subject to space availability and with authorization from the School Director. Once eligible for advanced standing, a student will enter the program at the 101st hour of coursework. Students should be aware that some lessons in Level Two of Classic Culinary Arts will duplicate some material covered in La Technique/Culinary Techniques. Students will be required to attend these classes.

In order to enter the Classic Culinary Arts (six-level) program with advanced standing, a student must:

• Meet all admission requirements to Classic Culinary Arts
• Make up 10 hours of coursework in sanitation
• Pass a comprehensive written and practical examination
• Make up any missed hours in La Technique/Culinary Techniques.

Failure to meet any of these conditions will prevent the student from entering the career program. Students who feel that they qualify for advanced standing are advised to meet with the School Director to discuss eligibility and procedures.

Transfer Credit

The International Culinary Center does not accept transfer credit from other institutions.

Students with Learning and Other Disabilities

Any student with a learning disability who requires a reasonable accommodation should contact the School Director at 646.254.7512.

Students requiring reasonable accommodation for a disability covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the Student Affairs department at 646.254.7512.

Disability means:

• A physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities; or
• A record of such impairment; or
• Being regarded as having such impairment (i.e., as a result of the attitudes of others toward such impairment).

Any information provided about a student’s disability will be used only by the appropriate office and will not prejudice that student’s application. Students are not required to disclose a disability to the Office of Admission.

Closings

Emergencies, extreme weather, or other prohibitive conditions may require a cancellation. Contact us for information on school closures:

New York Campus
800.229.7990 or 646.254.7533

California Campus
866.318.2433 or 408.370.9190