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Culinary Arts

Learn more about studying Culinary Arts as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Associate
  • Duration
    2 years
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    8,232USD
  • Start date
    Jan, Apr, Jun, Sep
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Program overview

What Seattle Central College says about their program:

The Culinary Arts program gives students a strong and well-rounded foundation of culinary skills, with emphasis on classic and modern cooking techniques and a unique focus on sustainable food sourcing practices. Learn to prepare tantalizing appetizers, sauces, breads, entrees and more, and gain real-world experience planning menus and arranging meals in our student-run restaurants. Students will complete 90 credits of coursework, earning an Associate of Applied Science degree in Culinary Arts. Completing this program prepares graduates for careers as professional chefs, restaurateurs, event planners and more.

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Admission requirements

Entry requirements

Applicants to bachelor’s degree programs must have obtained a secondary school diploma. This diploma must be eligible to access further academic studies in the country where it has been obtained.

English proficiency

  • IELTS

    5.5

  • TOEFL

    60

  • Duolingo

    90

English proficiency waivers

  • Completion of English Composition at an accredited post-secondary institution in Australia, Bahamas, Belize, Canada (English-speaking provinces), Ireland, Kenya, Malawi, New Zealand, Nigeria, South Africa, United Kingdom, United States, Zambia, or Zimbabwe
  • Completion of both primary and secondary education in Australia, Bahamas, Belize, Canada (English-speaking provinces), Ireland, Kenya, Malawi, New Zealand, Nigeria, South Africa, United Kingdom, United States, Zambia, or Zimbabwe

Documents required

  • Application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Passport identification page
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Fees and funding

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    US$10,914 per year

Funding

Seattle Colleges Foundation scholarships:

  • Amount

    $5,000

  • Requirement

    Must have a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA

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What is the cost of living near Seattle Central College?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect Seattle, Washington-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in United States Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$2,448
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$1,956
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$297
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$86
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$73
Monthly public transport pass$108
Monthly grocery basket$273
Coffee shop drink$6
Cinema or cultural event ticket$18
Gym membership$87

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Seattle Central College

Many international students will require a visa to study in the US, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

USA student visa requirements