Culinary Science/Culinology at Ivy Tech Community College in Indianapolis, IN
Personal & Culinary Services CERTIFICATE
CIP 12.0509
Total Graduates
176
Class of 2023
Male Graduates
35%
62 of 176
Female Graduates
65%
114 of 176
Annual Tuition
$4,912
In-state rate
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 176 graduates
Award Year 2023
Gender Distribution 35% male, 65% female
Career Outcomes for Graduates
Primary Career Path
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 $4,912
Out-of-State Tuition $9,465
Average Net Price $7,391
Program Information
CIP Code: 12.0509
CIP Family: 12
IPEDS ID: