Culinary Science/Culinology at Ivy Tech Community College in Indianapolis, IN

Personal & Culinary Services CERTIFICATE CIP 12.0509

Total Graduates

162

Class of 2025

Male Graduates

40%

65 of 162

Female Graduates

60%

97 of 162

Annual Tuition & Fees

$5,154

In-state, incl. fees

How to read these numbers

Total Graduates counts the students who completed the Culinary Science/Culinology. credential during the 2025 academic year, not those currently enrolled or applied. A cohort of this size usually signals a well-established, in-demand offering with a steady annual pipeline of graduates. The gender split is based on completers in this single award year and can shift meaningfully year to year — especially in smaller cohorts — so read the percentages as a recent snapshot rather than a fixed property of the program. The $5,154 figure is the published annual tuition and required fees — what the school officially charges before financial aid. Most students pay less once federal Pell grants, state aid, and institutional scholarships are applied, so treat this as a starting point rather than an expected out-of-pocket cost. Because every accredited college reports the same fields to IPEDS each year, you can compare Ivy Tech Community College's figures against similar programs at other schools on a like-for-like basis.

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Culinary Science/Culinology.

Degree Level CERTIFICATE

CIP Code 12.0509

Program Family Personal & Culinary Services

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 162 graduates

Award Year 2025

Gender Distribution 40% male, 60% female

License Requirements for Chefs and Head Cooks in Indiana

Working in this field in Indiana may require a state license, depending on the role and how you practice. Check the requirements below before enrolling — license rules shape how much schooling and on-the-job experience you'll need.

Occupational Riverboat Gambling License
Indiana Gaming Commission · State exam required · Experience

Source: CareerOneStop License Finder, U.S. Department of Labor. License requirements change — always verify with the issuing agency before enrolling in a program.

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

🎯

Chefs and Head Cooks

Average Starting Salary

$60,990

10-Year Job Growth

+7.1%

Career Readiness Score

70/100

100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title	Starting Salary	Growth Rate	Skill Match	Mapping
Chefs and Head Cooks SOC: 35-1011	$48,792	+7.1%	75%	primary100% confidence
Cooks, All Other SOC: 35-2019	$28,968	+5.5%	0%	primary100% confidence
Food Scientists and Technologists SOC: 19-1012	$68,248	+6.5%	75%	primary100% confidence
Food Service Managers SOC: 11-9051	$52,248	+6.4%	75%	primary100% confidence
Postsecondary Teachers, All Other SOC: 25-1199	$62,792	+1.8%	0%	primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$45,743

Peak Salary

$76,238

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

✓ Skills Covered in Program (10)

● Coordination

● Monitoring

● Speaking

● Management of Personnel Resources

● Social Perceptiveness

● Time Management

● Service Orientation

● Critical Thinking

● Instructing

● Active Listening

ℹ Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

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Institution

School Name Ivy Tech Community College

Location Indianapolis, IN

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $5,154

Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $9,935

Average Net Price $8,023

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Program Information

CIP Code: 12.0509

CIP Family: 12

IPEDS ID: