Centrally located in the cultural center of the world-class city of Philadelphia, Walnut Hill College, formerly The Restaurant Schook, offers students dynamic Bachelor's and Associate degree programs in Culinary Arts, Hotel Management, Pastry Arts, and Restaurant Management and includes tours of France, Bahamas and England. Hospitality is at the heart of all we do. We look forward to meeting you.
School Highlights
Walnut Hill College serves 396 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 44%.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
Enrollment: 396 students
Private-state tuition: $23,550
Acceptance Rate: 87%
Student:teacher ratio: 19:1
Minority enrollment: 25%
Source: Verified school update
School Overview
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 19% over five years.
The student population of Walnut Hill College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Walnut Hill College diversity score of 0.41 is less than the state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
396 students
477 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
12:1
# Full-Time Students
396 students
331 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
146 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
130 students
314 students
% Asian
4%
3%
% Hispanic
6%
11%
% Black
14%
15%
% White
75%
56%
% Two or more races
1%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
11%
Diversity Score
0.41
0.64
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$36,900
$34,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $23,550 is more than the state average of $17,415. The private state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$23,550
$17,415
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
91%
91%
Median Debt for Graduates
$20,000
$13,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,834
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
87%
86%
SAT Reading
n/a
450
SAT Math
n/a
465
SAT Writing
n/a
435
ACT Composite
n/a
20
ACT English
n/a
18
ACT Math
n/a
20
ACT Writing
n/a
7
Source: 2020 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
Founded by a restaurateur, chef, maitre'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 including our new
Bistro Perrier featuring Chef Georges Perrier, Master in Residence.
This academic setting enables students to participate in a
real-life kitchen setting and to manage front-of-house service.
Walnut Hill College, formerly The Restaurant School, offers a
specially designed curriculum for individuals planning a successful
career in the culinary and hospitality field. For over 44
years, 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 rm The heart of 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.
No matter where you choose to go to college you'll have to take some kind of standardized test. The GRE is often required for graduate programs, but it may also benefit your community college application.
Education becomes more expensive with each passing year so it is important to make smart use of your student loans and to minimize your debt while you are in school whenever possible.
