Financial Aid
Culinary school can be expensive. Don't face the costs alone! Financial aid, scholarships, or loans may be available for those who quality. Learn more.
Paying for culinary school can be a challenge — tuition, uniforms, equipment, and other expenses can add up quickly. And college costs have a habit of rising.
Get the information you need to make informed decisions on loans, scholarships, and financial aid.
First, discover how much the school you're considering might cost. Then, use the tools below to learn more about your financial aid options — from federal loans to private scholarships.
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Culinary Scholarship Guide
Cooking school can be expensive. Find information and resources to help you get the money you need for your cooking school education. Read more »
Employment-Based Aid
There are two main forms of employment-based student aid: work-study and employer tuition assistance. Is one of these right for you? Read more »
FAFSA
If you apply for federal or state aid, you'll have to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Mark Kantrowitz, publisher of FinAid.org and Fastweb.com, provides valuable application tips. Read more »
Student Loans
There are two main types of student loans: federal and private. Financial aid expert Mark Kantrowitz advises students to always borrow federal first, because the federal loans are cheaper, more available and have better repayment terms. Read more »
Tax Benefits
While tax benefits don't provide money up front, they can give you a little money back on your taxes based on your education expenses, and shouldn't be overlooked. Read more »