Admissions Overview
The admission process at Culinary Institute of America has a 92% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $50. Culinary Institute of America has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
92%
Less Selective
Application Volume
2,161
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
34%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Culinary Institute of America has a 92% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $50. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Culinary Institute of America evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$50
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Culinary Institute of America. About 20% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 970 to 1,195. Additionally, about 6% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 17 to 25.
SAT Scores
20% of students submitted400
1600
970 – 1195
200
800
500 – 605
200
800
470 – 590
ACT Scores
6% of students submitted1
36
17 – 25
1
36
17 – 25
1
36
16 – 25
Admission Statistics
2,161 students applied to CIA. Of those, 92% were accepted (1,983 students). Of these 1,983 accepted students, 680 chose to enroll.
2,161
Total Applicants
1,983
Students Admitted
680
Students Enrolled
92%
Acceptance Rate