Transfer Students

Food is Your Community

Continue Your College Journey at CIA

Transfer to CIA and use your previous college experiences to pursue an exciting career in the food and hospitality industry. You could apply relevant earned credits, life achievements, and select exam results toward your degree. Use to find out if your credits will transfer. Our admissions staff is ready to ensure your smooth transition to CIA.

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Check our FAQs for Transfer Students. Remember you can always reach out to CIA’s Enrollment Team with any questions at enrollment@culinary.edu or 1-800-CULINARY.

Application Process

Applying to CIA

  • Check out the enrollment dates for the program you’re interested in and apply for admission. CIA enrolls students three times a year, so you can start when it’s best for you.
  • File your FAFSA to determine your financial aid opportunities. This way, you’ll be reviewed for scholarships and financial aid immediately.
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Benefits and Opportunities

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CIA offers generous scholarships—and awarded over $40 million last year alone.

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Nearly 475 food and hospitality companies visited CIA looking to hire in 2023—resulting in over 4,000 reported interviews with highly interested employers.

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The food world’s most powerful alumni network—50k+ strong—that not only hire CIA grads, but also help make the connections to advance careers.

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World-class paid internships at one of 2,000+ CIA-approved organizations.

Learn about CIA's history of diversity on campus.

Join a diverse, close-knit community where everyone speaks your language—food!

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CIA Campuses

Be part of a vibrant campus and close-knit community, where everyone speaks your language—food.

Discover all that CIA has to offer beyond the classroom with our full array of athletics, activities, student services, and delicious dining options. From open mic nights and interactive student groups to off-campus adventures and friendly campus cook-offs, we have countless ways to get involved and meet new people. Did we mention every dorm has a full-sized kitchen?

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Contact Us

Lindsey Delvecchio
Admissions Counselor
Lindsey.Delvecchio@culinary.edu
845-451-1591

Specializes in assisting transfer students

Amanda Stevens
Assistant Director—International Admissions
Amanda.Stevens@culinary.edu
845-451-1566

Specializes in assisting international students