by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual reviewed 2 schools in Virginia to determine which ones were the best for associate degree seekers in the field of culinary arts. Combined, these schools handed out 132 associate degrees in culinary arts to qualified students.
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To determine the overall quality of a graduate school, one factor we look at is the average early-career salary of those receiving their associate degree from the school. After all, your associate degree won't mean much if it doesn't help you find a job that will help you earn a living.
In addition to the above, you should consider some of the following factors:
Our complete ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best colleges for culinary arts students working on their associate degree.
The culinary arts school you choose to invest your time and money in matters. To help you make the decision that is right for you, we've developed a number of major-specific rankings, including this list of the Best Culinary Arts Associate Degree Schools in Virginia.
Below you'll see a list of the best colleges and universities for pursuing an associate degree in culinary arts.
ECPI University is one of the best schools in the United States for getting an associate degree in culinary arts. ECPI University is a large private for-profit university located in the city of Virginia Beach.
Associate students who receive their degree from the culinary arts program make around $23,320 in the first couple years of their career.
More information about a associate in culinary arts from ECPI University
Tidewater Community College is one of the best schools in the country for getting an associate degree in culinary arts. Tidewater Community College is a fairly large public college located in the city of Norfolk.
Students who graduate with their associate from the culinary arts program state that they receive average early career earnings of $25,938.
More information about a associate in culinary arts from Tidewater Community CollegeExplore all the Best Culinary Arts Colleges in the Southeast Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | 143 | 89 |
| Georgia | 121 | 184 |
| Florida | 121 | 294 |
| North Carolina | 120 | 401 |
| Arkansas | 105 | 53 |
| Tennessee | 102 | 36 |
| West Virginia | 92 | 33 |
| Kentucky | 90 | 109 |
| Louisiana | 80 | 90 |
| South Carolina | 77 | 85 |
| Alabama | 69 | 63 |
Culinary Arts is one of 4 different types of Personal & Culinary Services programs to choose from.
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Culinary Arts/Chef Training | 49 |
| General Cooking & Related Culinary Arts | 48 |
| Baking & Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef | 23 |
| Institutional Food Workers | 12 |
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