Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts-Portland (Closed 2020)

600 SW 10th Avenue, Suite 500
Portland, OR 97205
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  • Western Culinary Institute provides basic training and education for cooks and apprentice chefs. The curriculum offers you the opportunity to: Acquire the qualities of a professional, entry-level cook including stamina, dexterity, hand-eye coordination, ability to work with others, timing, and the artistry of food preparation. Learn and effectively practice advanced technical skills in food preparation and service. Become familiar with purchasing and inventory controls, buffet work and plate presentation, front-of-the-house operations, and basic principles of kitchen management. Understand the principles of food identification, nutrition, dietetics, and food/beverage composition. Gain an appreciation for the history, evolution, and international diversity of the culinary arts. Develop a sense of professionalism necessary for working successfully in the food service/hospitality industry. Western Culinary Institute offers a full spectrum of culinary education combining the history and teachings of the world-renown Le Cordon Bleu School with a challenging and comprehensive curriculum. Opportunities for Western Culinary Institute Culinary Arts, Hospitality & Restaurant Management, and Pâtisserie and Baking degree program graduates are tremendous in the ever-expanding hospitality and culinary arts industry.

School Highlights

Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts-Portland served 452 students (100% of students were full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 30:1 was higher than the state community college average of 23:1.
Minority enrollment was 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which was less than the state average of 44%.

School Overview

The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 68% over five years.
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts-Portland(OR) Community College Avg.
Carnegie ClassificationItem not availableAssociate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional
Institution LevelAt least 2 but less than 4 yearsAt least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution ControlPrivate, for profitPublic
Total Faculty15 staff221 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts-Portland has declined by 29% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 30:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts-Portland diversity score of 0.55 is less than the state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has grown by 15% over five years.
Total Enrollment452 students1,721 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio30:123:1
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# Full-Time Students452 students873 students
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% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
1%
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% Asian
3%
6%
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% Hispanic
8%
14%
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% Black
5%
3%
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% White
64%
56%
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% Hawaiian
1%
1%
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% Two or more races
1%
5%
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% Unknown races
16%
13%
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Diversity Score0.550.64
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College Completion Rate
64%
18%
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Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)$32,200$32,700
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Tuition Cost and Acceptance Rate

The private state tuition of $13,361 is less than the state average of $14,004. The private state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees$13,361$14,004
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid94%83%
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Median Debt for Graduates$16,500$15,375
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Median Debt for Dropouts$6,000$6,209
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Source: 2020 (or latest year available) IPEDS

Nearby Schools

The nearest community college to Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts-Portland is Carrington College-Portland (1.6 miles away).
  • College Location Mi. Students
  • Carrington College-Portland
    Private for-profit
    215 students | 1.60 Mi2004 Lloyd Center, 3rd Fl.
    Portland, OR 97232
    (503) 761-6100     1.60215
  • Concorde Career College-Portland
    Public
    404 students | 1.60 Mi1425 NE Irving Street, Bldg 300
    Portland, OR 97232
    (503) 281-4181     1.60404
  • Portland Community College
    Portland Community College Photo - Rock Creek campus - sculpture
    Public
    60,037 students | 6.10 Mi12000 SW 49th Avenue
    Portland, OR 97219
    (971) 722-6111     6.1060,037
  • Pioneer Pacific College
    Private for-profit
    740 students | 6.40 Mi4145 SW Watson Ave. #300
    Beaverton, OR 97005
    (503) 646-6000     6.40740
  • Clark College
    Public
    9,233 students | 8.00 Mi1933 Fort Vancouver Way
    Vancouver, WA 98663
    (360) 992-2000     8.009,233
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