Le Cordon Bleu Institute of Culinary Arts-Pittsburgh (Closed 2012)
Tel:
(412) 566-2433
- Over the past two decades, PCI has established itself as the cooking school chosen by focused individuals preparing for careers in the culinary arts. Our Culinary Arts, Pâtisserie & Baking, and Hospitality & Restaurant Management programs continually adapt to the industry’s need for quality education and excellence.
School Highlights
Le Cordon Bleu Institute of Culinary Arts-Pittsburgh serves 48 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the state community college average of 23:1.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 44%.
School Overview
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 69% over five years.
| Le Cordon Bleu Institute of Culinary Arts-Pittsburgh | (PA) Community College Avg. | |
| Carnegie Classification | Associates Colleges | Associates Colleges |
| Institution Level | At least 2 but less than 4 years | At least 2 but less than 4 years |
| Institution Control | Private, for profit | Private not-for-profit |
| Total Faculty | 24 staff | 36 staff |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid | 33% | 90% |
| Median Debt for Graduates | $16,333 | $12,667 |
| Median Debt for Dropouts | $6,281 | $5,183 |
| Acceptance Rate | 100% | 72% |
Source: 2015 (or latest year available) IPEDS
School Notes
- Le Cordon Bleu's internationally renowned culinary programs have become synonymous with expertise, innovation, tradition and refinement—qualities that are painstakingly nourished by the school. Graduates of our programs receive both a specialized associate degree and a Diplôme from Le Cordon Bleu in their specialized area. Pennsylvania Culinary Institute was founded in 1986 as a Branch Campus of The Sawyer School. PCI was well-known in the Pittsburgh area and beyond for providing a quality hands-on education and attracted students from across the United States. Due to its viability and success, PCI was acquired by Pennsylvania Institute of Culinary Arts, Inc. (PICA) in 1990 and subsequently earned independent Main Campus accreditation by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology (formerly the National Association of Trade and Technical Schools). PCI is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools & Colleges of Technology (ACCSCT). The Culinary Arts and Pâtisserie & Baking programs are accredited by the American Culinary Federation Educational Institute Accrediting Commission.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Le Cordon Bleu Institute of Culinary Arts-Pittsburgh is Vet Tech Institute (0.1 miles away).
- College Location Mi. Students
- Vet Tech InstitutePrivate for-profit337 students | 0.10 Mi125 Seventh St
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 391-7021 0.10337 - Pittsburgh Career InstitutePrivate for-profit136 students | 0.20 Mi421 Seventh Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
(412) 281-2600 0.20136 - Bradford School (Pittsburgh)Private, for profit413 students | 0.70 Mi125 West Station Square Drive, Suite 129
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
(412) 391-6710 0.70413 - 16,086 students | 1.20 Mi800 Allegheny Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15233
(412) 323-2323 1.2016,086 - Triangle Tech Inc-PittsburghPrivate for-profit149 students | 1.50 Mi1940 Perrysville Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15214
(412) 359-1000 1.50149
Recent Articles
Learn more about how community colleges and federal loans can help you affordably finance your community college education.
Many degree programs require students to take electives but what are the pros and cons of elective courses?
Many community college students are the first in their family to attend college, and this designation comes with its own share of responsibilities and challenges. Learn about the support available specifically for first-generation community college students.
