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College of Culinary Arts

The College of Culinary Arts at Johnson & Wales University can turn your passion for the culinary arts into a successful career in one of the world’s fastest growing industries.

We’re much more than just a cooking school. By combining hands-on culinary training with a foundation in the liberal arts, business classes, social responsibility and relevant work experience, our pioneering model of education prepares you for success in today’s global economy: 

  • Select from a range of culinary degree programs designed with industry input, including an integrated front-of-the-house curriculum so you’ll develop the business management skills necessary for career progression
  • Tailor your degree and stay on top of global trends through innovative concentrations
  • Our faculty are professional educators and accomplished chefs with industry experience—who teach small classes in world-class production environments
  • Through our extensive array of career services you’ll create a plan, build your work experience and network with industry-leading companies
  • You’ll graduate with a degree from an accredited university, with the knowledge, experience and critical thinking skills you need to achieve your long-term career goals

Review some student and alumni profiles and start turning your passion into a career by exploring in more detail the culinary arts programs at our Providence, North Miami, Denver, or Charlotte Campus.

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JWU Chefs Succeed at the 22nd IKA Culinary Olympics

See a video documenting the preparation of the three chefs and one student from JWU as they embark on their journey to the 22nd IKA Culinary Olympics in Germany. 
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As a world renowned chef, restaurateur, best selling author and famous culinary TV personality, Emeril Lagasse ’78, ’90 Hon., Trustee is one the university’s most visible and successful graduates.
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