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THE ITALIAN CULINARY EXPERIENCE | AMATEUR COURSES | ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS | MORE INFO FOR PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS

Thank you for considering The International Culinary Center's School of Italian Studies for your culinary education.

If you have any questions, please contact us at 1.888.324.2433 or email us.

the admissions process

The Italian Culinary Experience

Step 1
Apply for Admission
To begin an application, select your program of interest from the online application page. Please note there is a non-refundable* fee of $100 to submit an application.

To apply for this course, contact us at 888.324.2433.

* The application fee is non-refundable except that i) the student may cancel the enrollment agreement without penalty within three days after signing the enrollment agreement and making an initial payment and ii) a student who has not visited the school's facility prior to enrollment may withdraw without penalty within three days following attendance at orientation or a tour of the facilities and inspection of the equipment.

Step 2
Speak to an Admissions Representative
After we receive your application, an Admission Representative will contact you to discuss the steps you'll need to take in order to complete the admissions process.

You will also receive an Enrollment Package in the mail, which includes an Enrollment Agreement, Student Catalogue, and other important information.

Step 3
Submit Required Admissions Forms
To secure your seat in the class, within 30 days of paying your application fee, you must submit the following:

• A signed Enrollment Agreement
• Proof of high school graduation in the form of a high school or college diploma, professional degree, GED, or other high school equivalency

Step 4
Establish Ability to Pay the Cost of Attendance
To secure your seat in class, no later than 60 days before your class orientation date, you must establish your ability to pay for your selected course.

Applicants for Financial Aid
Financial aid applicants will be required to have all necessary paperwork submitted 60 days prior to orientation. For more information on applying for aid, visit the Financial Aid section of the website.

Cash Payers
Cash payers may pay in full no later than 60 days prior to the class orientation date.

Or they may pay in installments after meeting with the Financial Aid office and signing a retail installment obligation 60 days prior to orientation. Tuition will be financed with zero interest in accordance with a payment plan as follows:

• $4,500 deposit received 60 days prior to orientation
• $5,400 payment received on or before  orientation
• The balance paid in further installments on the first of each month, beginning approximately one month after the start date
• The last payment must be made no later than 14 days prior to graduation

the admissions process

Serious Amateur Courses

Step 1
Apply for Admission
To begin an application, select your program of interest from the online application page. Please note there is a non-refundable application fee.

To apply for this course, contact us at 888.324.2433.

Step 2
Speak to an Admissions Representative
After we receive your application, an Admission Representative will contact you to discuss the steps you’ll need to take in order to complete the admissions process.

You will also receive an Enrollment Package in the mail, which includes an Enrollment Agreement, Student Catalogue, and other important information.

Step 3
Submit Required Admissions Forms
To secure your seat in the class, within 30 days of paying your application fee, you must submit the following:

• A signed Enrollment Agreement

Step 4
Complete Payment
The balance of your payment is due on or before the first day of class, payable to the Bursar by cash, check, or credit card.

Policies and Procedures for Recreational Classes

Location
The International Culinary Center is located at 462 Broadway at the corner of Grand Street in New York City. Take the elevator up to the fourth floor reception area to check in for your class. You will be directed to your classroom from there. Please plan to arrive 30 minutes early for check-in.

Directions and maps can be found at: http://www.internationalculinarycenter.com/directions.htm

Feel free to contact our office at anytime if you have questions that are not covered here.

Admissions: 1.888.324.2433

Payments, Refunds & Makeups
For all courses, payment in full is required at the time of registration. Refunds will be issued only in the event that we cancel a course. (Students will be given advance notice of cancellations.)

If you cancel your attendance with less than 2 calendar days notice or if you attend no portion of the scheduled course, you will be issued a credit valued at 50% of the cost of the course. If you cancel your registration 2 or more calendar days prior to your course start date, you will be issued a credit equal to the amount paid that may be applied toward the cost a future course. Credits must be used within one year of your original registration date.

Please note that we are unable to offer makeup classes.

Attire
Proper attire is very important for safety and sanitary reasons. All students must wear long pants, long-sleeved shirts, and black non-slip, closed-toe shoes (no sneakers, loafers, sandals, etc.) for any hands-on cooking classes you attend.

For cooking classes longer than one day, a uniform will be provided when you arrive on the first day so long-sleeved shirts are not required. For all other hands-on cooking classes, we'll have aprons and skull caps for use during class.

Please refrain from wearing dangle earrings. Hair that covers the collar should be tied back. Students will not be permitted in class without proper attire. There are no dress requirements for classes that do not include hands-on cooking or baking.

Cell Phone Policy
Please respect your classmates and your instructor by refraining from using a cell phone to make calls or text messages during class. There are designated areas where cell phone use is allowed.

Closings
Emergencies, extreme weather, or other prohibitive conditions may require a cancellation. Call the hotline at 1.800.229.7990 or 646.254.7533 for the most updated information.

admissions requirements

Age
Individuals applying for The Italian Culinary Experience must be at least 17 years of age. Individuals applying for Essentials of Italian Cooking must be at least 16 years of age.

Classes for Fun welcomes young aspiring chefs. Students must be at least 13 years of age to participate in classes for Future Chefs. Students must be a minimum of 16 years of age to enroll in all other cooking classes and a minimum of 21 years of age to enroll in wine, beer, or cocktail classes. Rising culinary stars younger than 18 will need a parent or guardian to vouch for them as a co-signer.

Proof of High School Graduation
Individuals applying for The Italian Culinary Experience will be required to submit proof of high school graduation or the equivalent in the form of a high school or college diploma, professional degree, GED, or other high school equivalency. Applicants who have been homeschooled should speak to an admission representative to check that their diplomas meet our criteria for acceptance.

more info for prospective students

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

The International Culinary Center has a designated disabilities coordinator on staff to assist students with documented disabilities who require a reasonable accommodation. The disabilities coordinator meets with students to determine reasonable accommodations for documented learning or physical disabilities. Once an accommodations plan is in place, the coordinator is available to meet with students as needed. Accommodations are re-assessed as the student progresses through the program.