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Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts-Austin (Closed 2024)

3110 Esperanza Crossing, Suite 100
Austin, TX 78758

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Texas Culinary Academy is dedicated to preparing students for the international hospitality industry by providing the finest hands-on education in the classic and modern culinary arts.

School Highlights

Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts-Austin served 643 students (100% of students were full-time).

The college's student:teacher ratio of 31:1 was higher than the state community college average of 23:1.

Minority enrollment was 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was less than the state average of 74%.

School Overview

Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts-Austin

(TX) Community College Avg.

Carnegie Classification

Associates Colleges

Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant

Institution Level

At least 2 but less than 4 years

Institution Control

Private, for profit

Public

Year Founded

1981

Total Faculty

21 staff

262 staff

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Student Body

Total Enrollment

643 students

4,931 students

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Student : Teacher Ratio

31:1

23:1

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# Full-Time Students

643 students

909 students

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# Part-Time Students

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4,022 students

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# Enrollment Undergraduate

888 students

403 students

# Full-Time Undergraduate Students

643 students

890 students

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# Full-Time Graduate Students

n/a

40 students

# Part-Time Undergraduate Students

n/a

4,166 students

# Part-Time Graduate Students

n/a

47 students

Total Dormitory Capacity

n/a

252 students

% Asian

% Hispanic

33%

46%

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% Black

10%

13%

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% White

48%

26%

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% Hawaiian

n/a

% Two or more races

n/a

% Non Resident races

n/a

% Unknown races

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0.65

0.70

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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)

64%

19%

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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)

n/a

0.3357%

Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)

$35,300

$34,600

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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Private State Tuition Fees

$13,390

$14,275

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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid

84%

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Median Debt for Graduates

$11,250

$9,584

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Median Debt for Dropouts

$5,319

$5,250

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Acceptance Rate

n/a

84%

Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

Texas Culinary Academy is unique among Texas cooking schools by offering Le Cordon Bleu degree and certificate programs. TCA programs are structured to ensure that students are exposed to a diversified education in culinary arts with the perfect blend of general education classes to broaden their awareness, knowledge, attitudes, and values. TCA maintains a commitment to quality instruction, facilities and student development that separates us from other cooking schools. Our classes are taught by professional chefs that provide insight and real-world experience. At Texas Culinary Academy, we are proud of the atmosphere of professionalism and mutual respect we have created. To encourage creative expression within our culinary learning environment, classes are limited in size. This allows us to provide the exemplary training Le Cordon Bleu is known for and allows students to receive the personal attention they deserve from our experienced instructors. Our classrooms and labs are outfitted with industry-current equipment in order to emulate real-world situations and give students the skills they need to succeed. Our specialized classes cover everything from basic cooking skills to the art of butchering to purchasing and cost control. Texas Culinary Academy offers students both Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts Program and Le Cordon Bleu Patisserie & Baking Program. Texas Culinary Academy is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts-Austin cost?

Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts-Austin's private state tuition is approximately $13,390.

In what neighborhood is Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts-Austin located?

Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts-Austin is located in the North Burnet neighborhood of Austin, TX.

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