- At Scottsdale Culinary Institute, we believe that an excellent culinary education begins with the mastery of both classical techniques and modern technologies. Our comprehensive curriculum gives you more than a textbook to be studied. Our mission is to provide industry leading, culinary and hospitality education with curriculum that emphasizes hands-on learning.
School Highlights
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts-Scottsdale served 1,567 students (100% of students were full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 46:1 was higher than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment was 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which was more than the state average of 61%.
School Overview
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts-Scottsdale
(AZ) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private, for profit
Public
Total Faculty
34 staff
202 staff

Student Body
Total Enrollment
1,567 students
5,392 students

Student : Teacher Ratio
46:1
22:1

# Full-Time Students
1,567 students
1,208 students

# Part-Time Students
n/a
4,184 students


# Enrollment Undergraduate
217 students
339 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,567 students
1,238 students

# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
66 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
5,400 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
11 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
250 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
3%

% Asian
1%
4%

% Hispanic
9%
36%

% Black
7%
7%

% White
27%
39%

% Hawaiian
n/a
2%
% Two or more races
1%
4%

% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
53%
4%


Diversity Score
0.63
0.71

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
0.4914%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.6%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$36,600
$32,900

Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Private State Tuition Fees
$11,352
$15,086

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
87%
82%

Median Debt for Graduates
$16,205
$9,374

Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,250
$4,750

Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
Source: 2020 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Scottsdale Culinary Institute is a prestigious culinary school in the Southwest. Located in the scenic world-acclaimed resort destination of Scottsdale, Arizona, you can enjoy over 300 days of sunny weather and outdoor attractions. With the world-renowned Le Cordon Bleu programs and vibrant restaurant scene of the Phoenix metropolitan area, the decision to come to Scottsdale Culinary Institute can be life changing. We offer a complete culinary education that emphasizes both classic techniques and modern application. Scottsdale Culinary Institute provides dynamic culinary arts program areas to meet the needs of the industry and we recognize that the student is the heart of our school. The college offers Bachelor Degrees in Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Management and Le Cordon Bleu Hospitality & Restaurant Management. Associate of Occupational Studies degree is offered in Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts, Le Cordon Bleu Hospitality & Restaurant Management and Le Cordon Bleu Pâtisserie & Baking. Certificate program are offered in in Le Cordon Bleu Pâtisserie & Baking. Scottsdale Culinary Institute has two campuses in the Scottsdale area. Our Camelback Campus is housed in a former country club and named for Camelback Mountain. This beautiful location is part of the high-end resort destinations of the Phoenix Metropolitan area and looks out on a golf course, lakefront, and of course, the Camelback Mountain. Our Camelback Campus contains the Education Department, the Library and Resource Center, L'Ecole student-run restaurant and several kitchens and classrooms.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts-Scottsdale cost?
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts-Scottsdale's private state tuition is approximately $11,352.
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