Cooking and Related Culinary Arts, General at NorthWest Arkansas Community College in Bentonville, AR
Total Graduates
16
Class of 2024
Male Graduates
50%
8 of 16
Female Graduates
50%
8 of 16
Annual Tuition & Fees
$4,566
In-state, incl. fees
Program Overview
Program Details
Recent Outcomes
Verified Program Outcomes
Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for NorthWest Arkansas Community College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.
| Program | Completion rate | Employed 6 mo after exit | Employed 1 yr after exit | Median quarterly earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate of Applied Science in Food Studies | 23% | 57% | 63% | $6,387 |
| Food Studies - Culinary Arts | 47% | 51% | 55% | $6,128 |
| Culinary Arts | 33% | 49% | 52% | $5,635 |
| Technical Certificate - Artisanal Foods | 19% | 50% | 48% | $10,833 |
| Food Studies- Baking Arts | 78% | 68% | 79% | $8,673 |
In the Associate of Applied Science in Food Studies program at NorthWest Arkansas Community College, 57% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 23% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $6,387 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Food Studies - Culinary Arts program at NorthWest Arkansas Community College, 51% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 47% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $6,128 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Culinary Arts program at NorthWest Arkansas Community College, 49% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 33% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $5,635 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Technical Certificate - Artisanal Foods program at NorthWest Arkansas Community College, 50% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 19% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $10,833 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Food Studies- Baking Arts program at NorthWest Arkansas Community College, 68% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 78% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $8,673 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.
Career Outcomes for Graduates
Primary Career Path
Average Starting Salary
$60,990
10-Year Job Growth
+7.1%
Career Readiness Score
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
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Cooks, All Other
SOC: 35-2019 | $28,968 | +5.5% | 0%
| primary100% confidence
|
Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria
SOC: 35-2012 | $29,160 | +2% | 0%
| primary100% confidence
|
Cooks, Restaurant
SOC: 35-2014 | $29,464 | +14.9% | 0%
| primary100% confidence
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| $33,608 | +6% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Salary Progression
Starting Salary
$45,743
Peak Salary
$76,238
Total Growth
+67%
Skills You'll Gain
✓ Skills Covered in Program (10)
ℹ Career Preparation
This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.
Career Readiness Assessment
Technical Skills Alignment
Education Level Match
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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