{"id":23691,"date":"2024-04-17T07:00:25","date_gmt":"2024-04-17T12:00:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/?p=23691"},"modified":"2025-12-04T01:49:35","modified_gmt":"2025-12-04T07:49:35","slug":"escoffier-101-everything-you-need-to-know-about-culinary-school","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/blog\/value-of-culinary-education\/escoffier-101-everything-you-need-to-know-about-culinary-school\/","title":{"rendered":"Escoffier 101: Everything You Need to Know About Culinary School"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em><strong>Listen to This Article:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<div id=\"elevenlabs-audionative-widget\" data-height=\"90\" data-width=\"100%\" data-frameborder=\"no\" data-scrolling=\"no\" data-publicuserid=\"d443feec80bf8c8f2e009e26dafa4118e6eb9f14056a5516af577c77d4404c4e\" data-playerurl=\"https:\/\/elevenlabs.io\/player\/index.html\" data-projectid=\"NNEotOqRTcCjJT6FBRI3\" >Loading the <a href=\"https:\/\/elevenlabs.io\/text-to-speech\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Elevenlabs Text to Speech<\/a> AudioNative Player&#8230;<\/div>\n<p><script src=\"https:\/\/elevenlabs.io\/player\/audioNativeHelper.js\" type=\"text\/javascript\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>Got questions about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/\">culinary school<\/a>? We\u2019ve got answers!<\/p>\n<p>Choosing a postsecondary school is a big decision. And it\u2019s natural to feel overwhelmed when faced with myriad options of schools, programs, and degrees.<\/p>\n<p>Close those browser tabs. Consider this your one-stop introduction to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/about\/campuses\/\">Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts<\/a>.\u00a0 Our guide can show you who Auguste Escoffier was, our school&#8217;s\u00a0values, how we can help prepare students for a career in the culinary arts, and what might make us different from other culinary schools out there.<\/p>\n        <div class=\"tmm-table-of-contents\" tmm-table-of-contents>\n            <div class=\"tmm-table-of-contents__title\">Table of Contents<\/div>\n            <div class=\"tmm-table-of-contents__list\" tmm-table-of-contents__list><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        \n<h2>The Origins of Escoffier<\/h2>\n<p>Before Escoffier was a reputable culinary school, it was the name of a person. Get a bit of history on Georges Auguste Escoffier, the father of French <i>haute cuisine<\/i>, and the school that bears his name.<\/p>\n<h3>Escoffier, The Legendary Chef<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From his first culinary apprenticeship at the age of 13, our namesake <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/blog\/culinary-arts\/how-chef-auguste-escoffiers-legacy-of-innovation-and-training-chefs-worldwide-lives-on\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Auguste Escoffier<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> threw himself into kitchen work. By age 18, he had become <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">commis rotisseur<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (junior roast cook) at the renowned Le Petit Moulin Rouge in Paris. In 1890, he brought his talent to The Savoy in London, and later to the new Carlton Hotel. <\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_23695\" style=\"width: 778px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-23695\" class=\"wp-image-23695 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Auguste-Escoffier-with-the-kitchen-staff-of-the-Carlton-Hotel-768.jpg\" alt=\"Auguste Escoffier with the kitchen staff of the Carlton Hotel\" width=\"768\" height=\"495\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Auguste-Escoffier-with-the-kitchen-staff-of-the-Carlton-Hotel-768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Auguste-Escoffier-with-the-kitchen-staff-of-the-Carlton-Hotel-768-300x193.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-23695\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Auguste Escoffier (center) with the kitchen staff of the Carlton Hotel<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Escoffier invented some 5,000 recipes and published the classic <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Le Guide Culinaire<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> textbook which was <\/span>the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/blog\/world-food-drink\/french-cooking-how-and-why-french-cuisine-came-to-rule-the-world\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">guide to French cuisine<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. He also revolutionized the way a kitchen is managed. As a former soldier, he saw an opportunity for increased order and efficiency in the kitchen. Consequently, he came up with the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/blog\/culinary-pastry-careers\/different-types-of-chef-jobs-in-the-brigade-de-cuisine\/\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">brigade de cuisine<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> system and the concept of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/blog\/culinary-arts\/what-is-mise-en-place-and-why-is-it-so-important-to-chefs\/\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">mise en place<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which are both still in use today. He left an indelible mark on the culinary industry and is considered one of the most influential chefs to have ever lived.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Escoffier, The Modern School<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So what does a great French chef who was born over 175 years ago have to do with a modern-day culinary school based in the United States?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Escoffier\u2019s founder, Jack Larson, envisioned a school that would disrupt the traditional culinary school approach, eventually including an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/academics\/culinary-arts-online\/\">online culinary school<\/a> learning model that made culinary education accessible to more students.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Interested in paying tribute to Auguste Escoffier, Larson reached out to Michel Escoffier, the late chef\u2019s great-grandson, to see if he wished to get involved. Michel Escoffier was thrilled about the idea and became a member of the Escoffier National Advisory Board, where he continues to contribute to the school\u2019s <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/about\/mission-and-core-values\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">mission<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The school <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/about\/campuses\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">founded its two campuses<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014one in Austin, TX and the other in Boulder, CO\u2014in 2010 and 2011, respectively. Not long after that, Escoffier\u2019s Boulder campus debuted its online culinary certificate program. Soon, we were offering degrees and diplomas entirely online with in-person industry externships. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2>What Can Students Study at Escoffier?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Today, Escoffier offers <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/academics\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">eleven programs across six different disciplines<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Each program has been carefully designed to help prepare students with the skillset for an entry-level job in their chosen field.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Multiple programs are offered in both diploma and associate degree formats. Both can include hands-on training as well as business-focused education. Associate degree programs also include some additional courses. For example, the math requirement in some of our Austin-based associate degree programs is satisfied by a College Algebra course that introduces students to managerial accounting concepts and how they apply to specific operations in the hospitality industry.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many students choose to first earn their diplomas, and then continue on in the associate degree program, as their credits can carry over from the diploma into the degree. While each program has its own specially designed curriculum, they all end in one or two <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/blog\/value-of-culinary-education\/importance-of-internships-and-externships\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">in-person industry externships<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, giving students the opportunity to apply their skills to a professional setting. <\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_23696\" style=\"width: 778px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-23696\" class=\"wp-image-23696 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Escoffier-students-in-a-commercial-kitchen-making-bruschetta-768.jpeg\" alt=\"Escoffier students in a commercial kitchen making bruschetta\" width=\"768\" height=\"1152\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Escoffier-students-in-a-commercial-kitchen-making-bruschetta-768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Escoffier-students-in-a-commercial-kitchen-making-bruschetta-768-200x300.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Escoffier-students-in-a-commercial-kitchen-making-bruschetta-768-683x1024.jpeg 683w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-23696\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Escoffier Graduate Tiffany Moore smiling with her classmates during her time at school<\/p><\/div>\n<h3>Culinary Arts at Escoffier<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Escoffier\u2019s <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Culinary School<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0curriculum is designed to combine French culinary techniques, practical skills, and a useful business foundation. Depending on the program, students may complete coursework in professional cooking methods and knife skills, menu design and management, sustainability and world or regional cuisines, culinary entrepreneurship, and more. These programs can help students to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/blog\/culinary-pastry-careers\/how-to-become-a-chef\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">excel both in the kitchen and in the overall workplace<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"blog-article-callout-wrap\">\n<div class=\"blog-article-callout-text\">\n<h3>Escoffier\u2019s Culinary Arts Programs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Diploma in Culinary Arts (available at the Austin and Boulder campuses, and online)<\/li>\n<li>Associate Degree in Culinary Arts (available at the Austin and Boulder campuses, and online)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Baking &amp; Pastry Arts at Escoffier<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For prospective students who dream of a career in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/academics\/baking-pastry-online\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Baking and Pastry Arts<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, Escoffier\u2019s coursework combines the math and science of the baking profession with the decorative work that makes desserts such a treat. Depending on the program, students may also explore the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/blog\/baking-pastry\/4-tips-for-opening-your-own-bakery\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">business side<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of baking, with coursework in foodservice management and cost control.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"blog-article-callout-wrap\">\n<div class=\"blog-article-callout-text\">\n<h3>Escoffier\u2019s Baking &amp; Pastry Arts Programs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Diploma in Pastry Arts (available at the Austin and Boulder campuses, and online)<\/li>\n<li>Associate Degree in Baking &amp; Pastry (available at the Austin and Boulder campuses, and online)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-16730 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Black-female-culinary-student-glazing-dough-on-a-baking-tray-scaled-e1604251276272.jpg\" alt=\"Culinary student glazing dough on a baking tray\" width=\"768\" height=\"453\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Black-female-culinary-student-glazing-dough-on-a-baking-tray-scaled-e1604251276272.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Black-female-culinary-student-glazing-dough-on-a-baking-tray-scaled-e1604251276272-300x177.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Black-female-culinary-student-glazing-dough-on-a-baking-tray-scaled-e1604251276272-1024x604.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Black-female-culinary-student-glazing-dough-on-a-baking-tray-scaled-e1604251276272-768x453.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Black-female-culinary-student-glazing-dough-on-a-baking-tray-scaled-e1604251276272-1536x906.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Black-female-culinary-student-glazing-dough-on-a-baking-tray-scaled-e1604251276272-2048x1208.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/>\n<h3>Plant-Based Culinary Arts at Escoffier<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Long-considered supplemental to a meal, veggies take center stage in Escoffier\u2019s <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/plant-based-programs\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plant-Based Culinary Arts<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> programs. Students may explore a variety of methods for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/blog\/culinary-pastry-careers\/what-can-you-do-with-a-plant-based-degree-or-diploma\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">plant-based cooking<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, including ingredient substitutions, plant-based baking and pastry, and using seasonal ingredients.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They may also explore techniques for managing costs, tracking inventory, and leading their employees, to become more effective food service managers.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"blog-article-callout-wrap\">\n<div class=\"blog-article-callout-text\">\n<h3>Escoffier\u2019s Plant-Based Culinary Arts Programs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Diploma in Plant-Based Culinary Arts (available online)<\/li>\n<li>Diploma in Plant-Based Cuisine (available at the Boulder campus)<\/li>\n<li>Associate Degree in Plant-Based Culinary Arts (available online)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"quote\">\n<blockquote><p>\u201cI&#8217;ve had such an amazing experience. It&#8217;s been a challenge but the things we learn hands-on and in the reading, lectures, and live classes&#8230;GOLD. I&#8217;m even informing my vegan friends of ideas, concepts, and techniques they didn&#8217;t know about. I can&#8217;t wait to graduate and expand my career.\u201d*<br \/>\n<strong>Sophia San Roman, Escoffier Plant-Based Culinary Arts Student<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Holistic Nutrition and Wellness at Escoffier<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether the student wishes to pursue a career as a health coach, holistic nutritionist, or a health-minded chef, an education in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/holistic-nutrition-and-wellness\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Holistic Nutrition and Wellness<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> from Escoffier can lay the foundation. Students may find a combination of science-backed nutrition education, coaching techniques, and technical cooking skills that they can apply to a career in the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/blog\/value-of-culinary-education\/what-can-i-do-with-a-degree-focused-on-health-and-wellness\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fast-growing wellness industry<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"blog-article-callout-wrap\">\n<div class=\"blog-article-callout-text\">\n<h3>Escoffier\u2019s Holistic Nutrition and Wellness Programs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Diploma in Holistic Nutrition and Wellness (available online)<\/li>\n<li>Associate Degree in Holistic Nutrition and Wellness (available online)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Hospitality &amp; Restaurant Operations Management at Escoffier<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For those who love hospitality but prefer to work with people rather than food, education in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/academics\/food-and-beverage-online\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hospitality and Restaurant Operations Management<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> could be the place to start. This business-forward program focuses on analyzing data to make smarter decisions, training and coaching employees, professionalism and guest services, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/blog\/hospitality-careers\/careers-a-food-and-beverage-operations-degree-can-prepare-you-for\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">different hospitality operations<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"blog-article-callout-wrap\">\n<div class=\"blog-article-callout-text\">\n<h3>Escoffier\u2019s Hospitality Program<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Associate Degree in Hospitality &amp; Restaurant Operations Management (available online)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Food Entrepreneurship at Escoffier<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aspiring business owners need to conquer a different set of skills than chefs or managers. Escoffier\u2019s <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/food-entrepreneurship\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Food Entrepreneurship program<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is designed to help students build those skills. With coursework in business essentials and planning, marketing, operations, and more, students may be prepared for careers starting or running small food businesses with an industry-specific education to support them.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"blog-article-callout-wrap\">\n<div class=\"blog-article-callout-text\">\n<h3>Escoffier\u2019s Food Entrepreneurship Programs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Diploma in Food Entrepreneurship (available online)<\/li>\n<li>Associate Degree in Food Entrepreneurship (available online)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"blog-cta\">\n\t\t<div class=\"magnet-row\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"hide\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Culinary-Career-Interests-Survey-cover-page-and-internal-page-screenshots.png\" alt=\"Culinary Career Interests Survey cover page and internal page screenshots\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3>Take the Culinary Career Survey<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t<p class=\"hide\">We\u2019ve compiled a checklist of all of the essential questions into one handy tool: career options, culinary interest surveys, educational opportunities, and more. <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"btn-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<button class=\"hide\" escoffier-data-layer-push >Download<\/button>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"form\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<form\n\t\t\tname=\"quick-form-mid\"\n\t\t\taction=\"#process-lead\"\n\t\t\tmethod=\"post\"\n\t\t\tid=\"escoffier-form-p0-f1\"\n\t\t\tclass=\"escoffier-contact general-validation general-js\"\n\t\t\tautocomplete=\"off\">\n\n\t\t\t<input type=\"hidden\" name=\"campus\" value=\"Escoffier Boulder Online\"><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"program\" value=\"Culinary Arts\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"fields-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"fieldset field-firstname\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<label for=\"firstname-1\">\n\t\t\t\tFirst Name<span class=\"red\" aria-label=\"required\">*<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/label>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<input\n\t\t\t\tid=\"firstname-1\"\n\t\t\t\tname=\"firstname\"\n\t\t\t\ttype=\"text\"\n\t\t\t\tvalue=\"\">\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"fieldset field-lastname\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<label for=\"lastname-1\">\n\t\t\t\tLast Name<span class=\"red\" aria-label=\"required\">*<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/label>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<input\n\t\t\t\tid=\"lastname-1\"\n\t\t\t\tname=\"lastname\"\n\t\t\t\ttype=\"text\"\n\t\t\t\tvalue=\"\">\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"fieldset field-email\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<label for=\"email-1\">\n\t\t\t\tEmail<span class=\"red\" aria-label=\"required\">*<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/label>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<input\n\t\t\t\tid=\"email-1\"\n\t\t\t\tname=\"email\"\n\t\t\t\ttype=\"email\"\n\t\t\t\tvalue=\"\">\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"fieldset field-dayphone\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<label for=\"intl-tel-1\">\n\t\t\t\tPhone<span class=\"red\" aria-label=\"required\">*<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/label>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<input\n\t\t\t\tid=\"intl-tel-1\"\n\t\t\t\tname=\"intl-tel\"\n\t\t\t\ttype=\"tel\"\n\t\t\t\tvalue=\"\">\n\t\t\t<input\n\t\t\t\tid=\"dayphone-1\"\n\t\t\t\tname=\"dayphone\"\n\t\t\t\ttype=\"hidden\"\n\t\t\t\tvalue=\"\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-valid=\"false\">\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"submit-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t<input name=\"submit\" type=\"submit\" value=\"Get the Survey Now\">\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"disclosure-tooltip\">\n\t\t\t\t<p class=\"tmm-edu-disclosure-text\">By clicking the <span class=\"btn-text\">&#8220;Get the Survey Now&#8221;<\/span> button, I am providing my signature in accordance with the E-Sign Act, and express written consent and agreement to be contacted by, and to receive calls and texts using automated technology and\/or prerecorded calls, and emails from, Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts at the number and email address I provided above, regarding furthering my education and enrolling. 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We are accredited by ACCET &#8211; A Partnership for Quality. ACCET is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p>The online curriculum at Escoffier includes live and archive video class sessions, pre-recorded and live cooking demonstrations, reading assignments, cooking theory lessons, labs with cooking assignments, and an in-person industry externship. As long as students meet their weekly program deadlines, they can complete this coursework whenever it\u2019s convenient for them.<\/p>\n\t<div class=\"aic-embed-video-wrap\">\n\t\t<div class=\"video aic-embed-video  aic-youtube-video lazyload-yt-video\">\n\t\t\t<iframe\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"video__media\"\n\t\t\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/5OWxb1-WVd4?rel=0\"\n\t\t\t\tframeborder=\"0\"\n\t\t\t\tallow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\"\n\t\t\t\ttitle=\"Embedded Video\"\n\t\t\t\tallowfullscreen\n\t\t\t><\/iframe>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<p class=\"videocaption\"><em>Take a peek at how online education at Escoffier works.*<\/em><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">*Information may not reflect every student\u2019s experience. Results and outcomes may be based on several factors, such as geographical region or previous experience.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Students can get personal feedback on each assignment from their Chef Instructors, based on their photos and written documentation. And with no commute, no need to relocate, and the flexibility to complete each week&#8217;s coursework on your own schedule (within that weekly time frame), students may find that <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/academics\/culinary-arts-online\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">online culinary school<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can give them the opportunity to get an education that would otherwise be out of reach.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Online students can expect to spend 15-23 hours per week on school-related activities, depending on the program, credential, and the student&#8217;s personal pace. Most online programs take 60 weeks to complete*. The exceptions are the Associate of Occupational Studies Degree in Plant-Based Culinary Arts, the Associate of Occupational Studies in Food Entrepreneurship, and the Associate of Occupational Studies Degree in Holistic Nutrition and Wellness, which are 84-week programs.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"quote\">\n<blockquote><p>\u201cI love Escoffier! Online is a lot more hands-on than people think. My chefs are always right there to help me with any questions I have. And when they grade assignments, they see every step and can help determine what you did right, what you did wrong, and what you need more practice on. You literally have a team of people there for you to help you every step of the way.\u201d*<br \/>\n<strong>Brianna Borroughs, Escoffier Online Culinary Arts Graduate<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">*Information may not reflect every student\u2019s experience. Results and outcomes may be based on several factors, such as geographical region or previous experience.<\/span><\/i><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<h2>On-Campus Programs at Escoffier<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For students who prefer an in-person learning environment, Escoffier offers programs in culinary arts, baking and pastry arts, and plant-based cuisine at campuses in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/about\/campuses\/austin\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Austin, Texas<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/about\/campuses\/boulder\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Boulder, Colorado<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (different programs are offered at different campuses; please check the specific campus page for details.)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On-campus coursework is divided into both classroom lectures and kitchen labs. With small class sizes, these class types can give students personalized attention from their Chef Instructors, as well as the opportunity to ask plenty of questions. <\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_22236\" style=\"width: 778px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22236\" class=\"wp-image-22236 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Three-Escoffier-students-standing-together-and-smiling-in-a-kitchen-768.jpeg\" alt=\"Three Escoffier students standing together and smiling in a kitchen\" width=\"768\" height=\"513\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Three-Escoffier-students-standing-together-and-smiling-in-a-kitchen-768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Three-Escoffier-students-standing-together-and-smiling-in-a-kitchen-768-300x200.jpeg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-22236\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Students at Escoffier\u2019s Boulder campus<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s more to do in Austin and Boulder than just cook! These two food-focused towns can give students the chance to explore local farms, a wide variety of restaurants and foodservice operations, and food festivals and events throughout the year. Some students even choose to volunteer at local events, allowing them to network and learn from experienced local chefs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/blog\/austin-student-life\/a-busy-mom-of-two-balances-family-and-culinary-school\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Austin student Katie Sualog<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, for example, got to meet famous BBQ pitmaster Rodney Scott when she volunteered at the Austin Food &amp; Wine Festival.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Austin\u2019s campus also includes an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/blog\/austin-student-life\/austin-students-discover-sustainability-at-the-campus-garden\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Agricultural Learning Center<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, where students get the chance to grow, harvest, and cook with seasonal fruits, vegetables, and herbs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Boulder\u2019s campus sits at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains and is within a short distance of local farms, artisan food producers, and of course, plenty of excellent restaurants.*<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>*Information may not reflect every student\u2019s experience. Results and outcomes may be based on several factors such as geographical region or previous experience.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2>What Sets Escoffier Apart from Other Culinary Schools &amp; Programs?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All culinary education is not the same. Whether you choose to study at a four-year college or university, a specialized culinary school, or a community college, you\u2019ll find a different atmosphere, curriculum, and resources available. <\/span><\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s what you can expect to find at Escoffier.<\/p>\n<h3>A Modern Take on French Cuisine<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Auguste Escoffier himself said, \u201cCooking, like fashion, must evolve with time and take into account the changes in peoples\u2019 lives.\u201d Today\u2019s cooks and chefs have different tools and they\u2019re cooking for a different palate than the classic French chefs of the past. True to our namesake, the Escoffier approach is based in French cuisine, updated for the modern world.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_23698\" style=\"width: 778px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-23698\" class=\"wp-image-23698 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Chefs-hands-shaping-dough-for-a-baguette-768.jpg\" alt=\"Chefs hands shaping dough for a baguette\" width=\"768\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Chefs-hands-shaping-dough-for-a-baguette-768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Chefs-hands-shaping-dough-for-a-baguette-768-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-23698\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Shaping baguettes<\/p><\/div>\n<h3>Dedicated Chef Instructors<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A school is only as good as its teachers. Escoffier employs over 120 professional <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/about\/chef-instructors\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chef Instructors<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> across our two campuses, including online programs. Some of these instructors have reached the top of the culinary world. From working at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/blog\/world-food-drink\/a-brief-history-of-the-michelin-guide\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Michelin-starred restaurants<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to starting their own culinary businesses to writing cookbooks, this team has probably seen it all and done it all.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pastry students may learn the secrets to the macaron with Certified Master Baker <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/about\/chef-instructors\/colette-christian\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Colette Christian<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Culinary arts students may practice proteins with former Certified Executive Chef\u00ae <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/about\/chef-instructors\/scott-cohen\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scott Cohen<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Hospitality &amp; restaurant operations management students may unravel cost control with Chef <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/about\/chef-instructors\/vicki-davenport\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vicki Berger<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014she has an MBA <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a Master of Education degree! <\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"quote\">\n<blockquote><p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-15394 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Chef-Arnold-Safari-headshot-scaled-e1617149047988.jpeg\" alt=\"Chef Arnold Safari, Escoffier Online Graduate\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/>\u201cThe quality of Chef Instructors is so good. They really join hands with you one-on-one. I could reach out to any Chef Instructor whenever I needed. It\u2019s never-ending, I keep learning each and every time I am in need of knowledge from Escoffier.\u201d*<br \/>\n<strong>Chef Arnold Safari, Escoffier Online Culinary Arts Graduate<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">*Information may not reflect every student\u2019s experience. Results and outcomes may be based on several factors, such as geographical region or previous experience.<\/span><\/i><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beyond education and certifications, Escoffier\u2019s Chef Instructors have a breadth of experience and accolades that enhance our well-designed curriculum. Chef <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/about\/chef-instructors\/albert-schmid\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Albert Schmid<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has won three Gourmand Awards for his cookbooks, and has cooked professionally for the U.S. Surgeon General, state governors, and Olympic gold medalists. Chef <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/blog\/success-stories\/chef-instructor-eric-jenkins-journey-from-farm-house-to-white-house\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eric Jenkins<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a former White House chef.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0And Chef <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/about\/chef-instructors\/jesper-jonsson\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jesper Jonsson<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has worked in <\/span>eight<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Michelin-star restaurants and was welcomed into the ranks of the Disciples d\u2019Escoffier.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chef Instructors may make themselves available to students before and after class and are committed to their students\u2019 success. Online Culinary Arts graduate Quinten Adcock recalls, \u201cThe instructors are like rockstars. They truly care about you as a student and as a person. I opened a food truck while enrolled and the long hours had me falling behind in my classes. My instructor called me personally and we worked on balancing the schoolwork with my work schedule AND she helped me with great advice for my business.\u201d*<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">*Information may not reflect every student\u2019s experience. Results and outcomes may be based on several factors, such as geographical region or previous experience.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h3>The Ability To Study Online<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Escoffier pioneered the field of online culinary education, beginning the program in 2015.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is much more to creating an effective online learning experience than simply taking an in-person curriculum and putting it on the internet. With careful attention paid to the student experience, Chef Instructor feedback, and accessibility to our students around the world, Escoffier\u2019s programs are thorough and extensive.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>A Focus on Sustainability and The Farm to Table\u00ae Experience<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The culinary and hospitality industries have the potential to be wasteful. But they don\u2019t have to be! Escoffier\u2019s culinary programs may include coursework focusing on sustainability, helping students keep an eye on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/blog\/food-entrepreneurship\/how-to-incorporate-sustainable-practices-in-your-restaurant\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">reducing waste<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/blog\/food-entrepreneurship\/the-fine-art-of-building-a-seasonal-menu\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">using seasonal, local ingredients<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> when possible, helping to reduce emissions produced during transport.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Culinary Arts students may also participate in the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/academics\/farm-to-table\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Farm to Table\u00ae Experience<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This unique course includes classwork in local ingredients and seasonality. It may also send on-campus students to a local farm or artisan food production site so they can better understand the work that goes into creating a pound of beef, a quart of milk, or a jar of giardiniera.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>A Military Friendly Schools\u00ae Designation<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Escoffier Boulder (including online programs) is proud to have been awarded the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2025-2026 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/admissions-aid\/active-military-veterans\/\">Military Friendly School\u00ae<\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> designation, which shows that Escoffier is committed to providing student support and satisfaction to our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/admissions-aid\/active-military-veterans\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">military and veteran students<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and their families.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether the student is using their GI Bill\u00ae benefits to fund culinary or baking school on-campus, or completing their program online while serving on active duty, military students may find the origins of their next act at Escoffier.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Support from Success Coaches<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With Escoffier students coming from all walks of life\u2014straight out of high school, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">starting a second or third career<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, embarking on a post-military career\u2014some find they need a bit of extra support.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For students, that support comes in the form of a dedicated Success Coach. These guides (along with the Chef Instructors and tutors) keep an eye on their students. If anyone seeks help, the Success Coach is there to check in and help the student overcome challenges. Coaches may help students to connect with community resources, or to break down a problem into smaller, manageable parts.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"quote\">\n<blockquote><p>\u201cI struggled with school in the past for years, but with the help of Career Services and my Success Coaches, I graduated on time. I put a goal in place of getting 95% or higher in each of my baking courses and I did exactly that.\u201d*<br \/>\n<strong>Kellie Trimble, Online Pastry Arts Graduate<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">*Information may not reflect every student\u2019s experience. Results and outcomes may be based on several factors, such as geographical region or previous experience.<\/span><\/i><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Accreditation<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Accreditations are endorsements from national and regional organizations that certify the school meets certain standards of education and quality.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not all private culinary schools are accredited, which can leave students unsure about the level of education that they\u2019re receiving. Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts is a nationally <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/accreditation\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">accredited institution<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. We are also a member of the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iacpculinary.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">International Association of Culinary Professionals (Boulder Leadership)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/restaurant.org\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">National Restaurant Association<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/worldchefs.org\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">World Association of Chefs\u2019 Societies<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>How Can You Pay for Your Escoffier Education?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The cost of culinary school should not put the option to attend out of reach. Escoffier\u2019s programs can be <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">affordable<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">***, and financial aid and scholarships may be available to those who apply and qualify.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><i>***Consider your situation and resources to determine what is affordable and on budget, for you.<\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/admissions-aid\/tuition\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tuition costs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> vary based on the program and campus where you choose to study. <\/span>Tuition rates are subject to change. Check Escoffier\u2019s Tuition &amp; Fees page for up-to-date pricing.<\/p>\n<div class=\"quote\">\n<blockquote><p>\u201cThe cost for Escoffier is substantially less compared to the other schools I researched.\u201d*<br \/>\n<strong>Brent Unruh, Culinary Arts Graduate<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">*Information may not reflect every student\u2019s experience. Results and outcomes may be based on several factors, such as geographical region or previous experience.<\/span><\/i><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<p>So, how can you pay for it?<\/p>\n<h3>Financial Aid<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since Escoffier is an accredited institution, our students may qualify for federal <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/admissions-aid\/financing-your-culinary-education\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">financial aid<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that would be unavailable at an unaccredited school. That means that students may be able to pay for culinary school with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/blog\/financing-your-education\/can-you-pay-for-culinary-school-with-student-loans\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">federal student loans<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or other types of financial aid if they apply and qualify.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In fact, most Escoffier students who entered postsecondary education for the first time received some financial assistance in 2022-23 for those who applied and qualified.\u2020<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Scholarships and Grants<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some students also receive scholarships and grants to help pay for their education. These types of gift-aid may be one-time, or they may be recurring throughout your education. And the best part\u2014they don\u2019t have to be repaid! Any scholarships or grants a student receives can reduce the amount they have to pay out of pocket, either at the time they get their education or later, when they repay their student loans.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Escoffier graduate Wyl Lima received a James Beard Scholarship that helped him to pay off his loans and gave him a chance to meet <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/podcast\/63-curtis-duffy-creates-family-kitchen-culture\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chef Curtis Duffy<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014and to work at his Michelin-starred restaurant, Grace!<\/span><\/p>\n\t<div class=\"aic-embed-video-wrap\">\n\t\t<div class=\"video aic-embed-video  aic-youtube-video lazyload-yt-video\">\n\t\t\t<iframe\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"video__media\"\n\t\t\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/wb7NgPXzMvU?rel=0\"\n\t\t\t\tframeborder=\"0\"\n\t\t\t\tallow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\"\n\t\t\t\ttitle=\"Embedded Video\"\n\t\t\t\tallowfullscreen\n\t\t\t><\/iframe>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<p class=\"videocaption\"><em>Meet Escoffier graduate and James Beard Scholarship recipient Wyl Lima.*<\/em><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">*Information may not reflect every student\u2019s experience. Results and outcomes may be based on several factors, such as geographical region or previous experience.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p>Check our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/blog\/financing-your-education\/complete-guide-to-culinary-school-scholarships\/\"><strong>Essential Guide to Culinary Scholarships<\/strong><\/a> to learn about need-based, merit-based, and competition-based culinary scholarships.<\/p>\n<h2>What Happens After Culinary School?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The end of culinary school could be the beginning of your next chapter. Whether you\u2019re using your new degree or diploma to further a career already in progress, or taking the opportunity to get your first job as a professional cook, you may be taking an exciting next step.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some students find that their culinary externships could transition into permanent jobs. Other graduates fulfill their dreams by going out on their own.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Graduate Wyl Lima, for instance, has climbed the ranks through a number of high-end restaurants, including 3-Michelin starred Grace, 2-Michelin starred Acadia, and Michelin-starred Temporis.* He is now the chef and owner of TheEXPERIENCE private dinner club in Dallas.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>*Information may not reflect every student\u2019s experience. Results and outcomes may be based on several factors, such as geographical region or previous experience.<\/em><\/p>\n<h3>Escoffier\u2019s Career Services<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While your formal education at Escoffier may end within two years or less, our career support doesn\u2019t. Escoffier\u2019s <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/career\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Career Services<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> assistance continues after graduation. Alumni can access help with their job searches, resume writing assistance, interview preparation, and industry referrals.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This resource may provide the connections graduates are looking for to secure that interview or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/blog\/culinary-pastry-careers\/what-is-a-stagiaire\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">stagiaire<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and take the next steps in their careers!<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_23699\" style=\"width: 778px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-23699\" class=\"wp-image-23699 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Escoffier-graduate-posing-in-uniform-with-a-medal-around-their-neck-768.jpeg\" alt=\"Escoffier graduate posing in uniform with a medal around their neck\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Escoffier-graduate-posing-in-uniform-with-a-medal-around-their-neck-768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Escoffier-graduate-posing-in-uniform-with-a-medal-around-their-neck-768-225x300.jpeg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-23699\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Escoffier graduate Lyonell E.<\/p><\/div>\n<h3>Escoffier\u2019s Featured Employers<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Escoffier has strong relationships with many businesses in the culinary and hospitality industries. These featured employers may be sources of externships or job opportunities for our graduates. These employers include traditional restaurants, hotels, resorts, cruise lines \u2014 plus some fantastic independent restaurants and bakeries across the country.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Escoffier\u2019s Alumni Association<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you approach graduation or thereafter, you can also join the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/escoffieralumniassociation.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Escoffier Alumni Association<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, where you can connect with fellow graduates, see what they have been up to, and stay in touch. This can allow you to leverage your professional network and get introduced to people you may not know yet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With events, mentorship opportunities, and more, the Escoffier Alumni Association is a fantastic ongoing resource throughout your culinary journey.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>How to Apply to Escoffier<\/h2>\n<h3>What are the Requirements for Application?<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In order to apply to Escoffier, prospective students must meet some minimum eligibility requirements.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>Boulder Campus (including Online Programs)<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Must be a minimum of 16 years of age<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Application for Admission<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Must provide AESCA Enrollment Agreement (inclusive of written permission of parent or guardian if under 18)<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Must provide proof of high school graduation or equivalent (must be obtained through one of the following):<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High school diploma or transcript<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High school equivalency exam: GED, HSED, HiSet, or TASC<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\">Documentation demonstrating that the student has passed a state-authorized examination that the state recognizes as the equivalent of a high school diploma<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\">Official College Transcript from a Completed Associate or Higher Degree Program from an accredited institution<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\">60 completed college semester credits or 90 completed college quarter credits from one accredited institution, or<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">State Recognized Home School Certificate of Completion<sup>1<\/sup><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For U.S. veterans, DD-214 which indicates High School Equivalency<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Admissions interview<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><sup>1<\/sup><em>Homeschool documentation as required by local and or state agencies, not limited to the following: notification<\/em><\/p>\n<h4>Austin Campus<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Application for Admission<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Must provide AESCA Enrollment Agreement (inclusive of written permission of parent or guardian if under 18)<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Must provide proof of high school completion or equivalent:<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High school diploma<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High school equivalency exam: GED, HiSet, or TASC<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\">State Approved Home School Certificate of Completion<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Official college transcript from a completed associate or higher degree program\u00b2<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For U.S. veterans, DD-214 which reflects high school equivalency<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Admissions interview<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tour of facility<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Record of previous education &amp; training (CSC-010)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Receipt of Enrollment Policies (CSC-005)<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Information Release Form (FERPA)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00b2<em>Degree must be in a program that fully matriculates into a bachelors level program.<\/em><\/p>\n<h3>What Steps Must Students Take Before They Can Begin Classes?<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Applying to Escoffier is a straightforward process. We usually recommend that students begin by filling out our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/contact-us\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">online information request form<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Then, someone from our Admissions Department will contact you to discuss your goals and the right program to help you achieve them.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After that, it\u2019s just a few steps to the first day of class! <\/span><\/p>\n<h4>Step 1: Complete an Admissions Interview<\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After completing the information request form, prospective students will be contacted by an Admissions Representative to discuss their goals and assess their aptitude for success at Escoffier.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>Step 2: Fill Out An Online Application Form<\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Escoffier\u2019s online <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/admissions-aid\/apply\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">application form<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is convenient and user-friendly. Most students can have it completed in about 10 minutes. Prospective students will then sign an Enrollment Agreement indicating their start date.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>Step 3: Submit Additional Documentation<\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This includes a photo ID and proof of high school completion or equivalent, such as a diploma, GED, or state-approved homeschool certificate of completion. There may be additional documentation necessary, like the FERPA Information Release Form or Record of Previous Training (CSC-010) if applicable. Different campuses may have different documentation requirements, so check your paperwork carefully!<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>Step 4: Work on Securing Financial Aid<\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Throughout the enrollment process, students may choose to work with Escoffier\u2019s Financial Aid department to secure student loans, grants, and scholarships to fund their programs. They begin by filling out the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/blog\/financing-your-education\/fafsa-for-culinary-school\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Federal Application for Financial Student Aid (FAFSA\u00ae)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which will determine their eligibility.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>Step 5: New Student Orientation or Tour<\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once students are enrolled, they complete a new student orientation (either in person or online, depending on the program). After all this is complete, they\u2019ll be ready to begin class!<\/span><\/p>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-23991\" src=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Escoffier-student-wearing-their-uniform-in-a-kitchen-smiling-and-posing-for-a-photo.jpeg\" alt=\"Escoffier student wearing their uniform in a kitchen smiling and posing for a photo\" width=\"768\" height=\"513\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Escoffier-student-wearing-their-uniform-in-a-kitchen-smiling-and-posing-for-a-photo.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Escoffier-student-wearing-their-uniform-in-a-kitchen-smiling-and-posing-for-a-photo-300x200.jpeg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/>\n<h3>What Tools Might Students Need to Begin Their Programs?<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On-campus culinary students are expected to wear their clean chef\u2019s coat, pants, apron, and skull cap to all their cooking classes. Online students receive the same uniform (excluding the pants) which they must wear during live class sessions and while completing their cooking assignments. This gets them in the habit of presenting a professional appearance, which is a requirement in most working kitchens.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Based on their programs, students may also receive a toolkit. For example, students enrolled in an online culinary arts diploma or degree program can receive the following utensils and tools in their kit:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 ESCOFFIER Zipper Knife Case<\/li>\n<li>1 ZWILLING PRO 8-inch Chef&#8217;s Knife<\/li>\n<li>1 ZWILLING COMMERCIAL 8-inch Bread Knife<\/li>\n<li>1 ZWILLING COMMERCIAL 6-inch Boning Knife<\/li>\n<li>1 ZWILLING PRO 4-inch Paring Knife<\/li>\n<li>2 ZWILLING 8-inch Knife Sheath<\/li>\n<li>1 ZWILLING 6-inch Knife Sheath<\/li>\n<li>1 ZWILLING 4-inch Knife Sheath<\/li>\n<li>1 ZWILLING Honing Steel<\/li>\n<li>1 ZWILLING TWIN L Kitchen Shears<\/li>\n<li>1 Y-Peeler, Plastic Handle<\/li>\n<li>1 Silicone Scraper, Heat Resistant, 14-inch<\/li>\n<li>1 High Temp Spoon, Tan, 15-inch<\/li>\n<li>1 Fish Turner<\/li>\n<li>1 Pastry Brush, 2-inch<\/li>\n<li>1 Piano Whisk, 12-inch<\/li>\n<li>1 Small Offset Spatula, 4.25-inch<\/li>\n<li>1 ATECO 12-inch Bags, set of 24<\/li>\n<li>1 Measuring Spoon 4pc Set, Stainless Steel<\/li>\n<li>1 White Plastic Bowl Scraper, 5.25 x 3.5-inches<\/li>\n<li>1 Chlorine Test Strip Tube of 100<\/li>\n<li>1 CDN Digital Pocket Thermometer<\/li>\n<li>1 CDN SD1104 Digital Scale<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-72474 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/1034671_Culinary_FLATLAY.jpg\" alt=\"A complete culinary toolkit from Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts, featuring professional-grade kitchen tools neatly arranged on a white background. The kit includes knives, shears, a honing steel, tongs, spatula, whisk, spoon, pastry brush, grater, thermometer, scale, and knife sheaths, along with a black and red Escoffier-branded knife case.\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/1034671_Culinary_FLATLAY.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/1034671_Culinary_FLATLAY-300x233.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/>\n<p>Students enrolled in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/academics\/baking-pastry-online\/\">pastry arts online program<\/a> require a different set of utensils than those in culinary arts programs. The pastry toolkit can include the following unique pieces.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>1 ESCOFFIER Zipper Knife Case<\/li>\n<li>1 ZWILLING COMMERCIAL 12-inch Serrated Slicing Knife<\/li>\n<li>1 ZWILLING PRO 8-inch Chef&#8217;s Knife<\/li>\n<li>1 ZWILLING PRO 4-inch Paring Knife<\/li>\n<li>1 ZWILLING 12-inch Knife Sheath<\/li>\n<li>1 ZWILLING 8-inch Knife Sheath<\/li>\n<li>1 ZWILLING 4-inch Knife Sheath<\/li>\n<li>1 ZWILLING PRO Pizza Cutter<\/li>\n<li>1 ZWILLING PRO Grater-Zester w\/ Cover, Silicone Handle<\/li>\n<li>1 Double Melon Baller, Stainless w\/ Black Handle<\/li>\n<li>1 Y-Peeler, Plastic Handle<\/li>\n<li>1 Silicone Scraper, Heat Resistant, 14-inch<\/li>\n<li>1 Pastry Brush, 2-inch<\/li>\n<li>1 Piano Whisk, 12-inch<\/li>\n<li>1 Small Offset Spatula, 4.25-inch<\/li>\n<li>1 Medium Offset Spatula, 7.75-inch<\/li>\n<li>1 ATECO Rectangle Pastry Comb<\/li>\n<li>1 ATECO-Zwilling 12-pc Custom Tube &amp; Flower Nail Set<\/li>\n<li>1 ATECO 14-inch Polyurethane Pastry Bag<\/li>\n<li>1 Measuring Spoon 4pc Set, Stainless Steel<\/li>\n<li>1 Measuring Cup 4pc Set, Stainless Steel<\/li>\n<li>1 Stainless Bench Scraper with Plastic Handle<\/li>\n<li>1 White Plastic Bowl Scraper, 5.25 x 3.5-inches<\/li>\n<li>1 Chlorine Test Strip Tube of 100<\/li>\n<li>1 CDN Digital Pocket Thermometer<\/li>\n<li>1 CDN SD1104 Digital Scale<\/li>\n<li>1 CDN DTTC Digital Probe Thermometer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"attachment_72475\" style=\"width: 1810px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-72475\" class=\"wp-image-72475 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/1034670_Pastry_FLATLAY.jpg\" alt=\"A flat lay of the Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts pastry toolkit, showing professional baking tools neatly arranged on a white background. The kit includes knives, spatulas, whisks, scrapers, a melon baller, pastry brush, measuring cups and spoons, thermometers, decorating bags, a digital scale, and a black and red Escoffier-branded knife case.\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/1034670_Pastry_FLATLAY.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/1034670_Pastry_FLATLAY-300x233.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-72475\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">An online pastry arts toolkit.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These tools can help students begin their programs with a reliable set of chef\u2019s tools, while their Chef Instructors provide the necessary instruction in how to use them!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Ready for Escoffier 102?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maybe it\u2019s time to stop dreaming and start doing! That may mean it\u2019s time to start the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escoffier.edu\/admissions-aid\/application-process\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">application process<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. 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