The Restaurant School At Walnut Hill College

4207 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19104
Tel: (215)222-4200
Private, for profit | 590 students
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COLLEGE HIGHLIGHTS:
  • The Restaurant School At Walnut Hill College serves 590 students.
  • Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body.
  • The Restaurant School At Walnut Hill College is one of 13 community colleges within Philadelphia County, PA.

School Overview:
The Restaurant School At Walnut Hill College
Community College Avg.
Title IV Eligible YES YES
Carnegie Classification Associate of Arts Colleges Baccalaureate/Associates Colleges
Institution Level 4 or more years At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control Private, for profit Public
Student Body
Total Enrollment 590 students 1,418 students
% American Indian/Alaskan		 - 1%
% Asian		 - 2%
% Hawaiian		 - 1%
% Hispanic		 - 6%
% Black		 - 15%
% White		 - 62%
% Two or more races		 - 2%
Finances and Admission
Total Dormitory Capacity 160 254
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid 82% 91%

School Notes:

  • Founded by a restaurateur, chef, maî´²e d', and educational specialist, the school's campus has been designed to support industry trends and educational goals. Its European Courtyard complex features open-to-the-public restaurants. This academic setting enables students to participate in a real-life kitchen setting and to manage front-of-house service. The Restaurant School at Walnut Hill College offers a specially designed curriculum for individuals planning a successful career in the culinary and hospitality field.
  • For over 25 years, The Restaurant School at Walnut Hill College has received national acclaim for its innovative approach to education. We offer a real life, interactive educational experience in a bustling restaurant environment in the heart of University City, Philadelphia - home to one of the largest student populations in America. Students are encouraged to join one of our student organizations, which provide them a chance to explore famous restaurants, hotels, pastry shops, and local wineries. Our clubs enable students to network with industry leaders and build their ré³µmé³®
  • The heart of The Restaurant School at Walnut Hill College's campus is a picturesque European courtyard situated in the midst of an American college environment. The college's major building, Allison Mansion, features bright restaurant kitchens, multi-media enhanced lecture halls, computer labs, a library, and four different themed open-to-the-public restaurants, which serve as part of educational life. As the college grows and new buildings are added, the Mansion continues to service as the hub of campus life.

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