Culinary Arts (A.A.S.)
Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)
Savor your education as you explore every aspect of cooking and baking at Indian Hills. Plunge elbow deep into fine dining techniques and cooking labs, but don’t forget, taste testing is crucial to a perfect dish too. Upon completing the Life. Changing. Culinary Arts Program, you’ll be ready to take on the fine dining restaurant, hotel, club, resort, or bakery of your choice.
“If you want to get an education that will lead to a successful career, I recommend Indian Hills. The instructors believe in the mission of changing students’ lives and teaching what you need to know to grow in your future career.”
Frequently Asked Questions
- In-state tuition: $218 per credit hour
- Out-of-state tuition: $255 per credit hour
- Your total bill will be based on the number of credit hours for which you are enrolled. Some programs of study will require you to purchase a uniform, books, tools, or other items, and it is important to budget for these costs as well.
- For more information on the Cost of Attendance, please visit our Financial Aid page.
Indian Hills has articulation agreements and transfer plans with many four-year colleges and universities. However, not all credits are guaranteed to transfer because of differences in programs and requirements among various institutions. An Academic Advisor will also assist you in your future academic plans.
The first step in order to receive financial aid is to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Complete and submit the FAFSA online. It is important to file the FAFSA as soon after October 1st as possible to ensure you receive priority processing.
Our school code is 008298.
"I was able to complete one year of college at Indian Hills while still attending high school. After graduating, I only had to complete one additional year of credits at Indian Hills. Taking concurrent enrollment credit saved me so much money. Also, staying close to home and completing my degree provided me with the freedom of going to college, but also the structure I needed to learn how to transition to a larger institution.
| Name: | Delaney Evers '14 |
| Program: | Associate of Arts |
Accreditation Information
Our program is accredited by the American Culinary Federation (ACF), the premier professional organization for culinarians in North America. This accreditation affirms our commitment to high educational standards and industry relevance. ACF offers extensive networking opportunities and professional development. Graduates of our program are eligible to apply for ACF certifications including Certified Fundamentals Cook (CFC), Certified Culinarian (CC), Certified Fundamentals Pastry Cook (CFPC), and Certified Pastry Culinarian (CPC). While currently 0% of our graduates hold these certifications, the opportunity is available upon program completion. Learn more at acfchefs.org.
Talk To a Real Person
Talk About the Program
Jesse Juran
Program Director, Culinary Arts
Talk About Admission & Making this Work
Ranae Molkenthin
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