Baking and pastry schools in Norwalk, CT

3 schools within 30 miles of Norwalk, CT offer baking & pastry programs, and the closest is Lincoln Technical Institute-Shelton in Shelton, 19 miles away. Bakers in Connecticut earn a median $36,460 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
3
Closest
19 mi
Public colleges
1
Median pay in CT
$36,460

3 baking & pastry schools within 30 mi of Norwalk, CT

School results

  1. Lincoln Technical Institute-Shelton

    Shelton, CT · 19 mi · Private

    • Baking & pastry
    • Electrician
    • Medical assistant
    • +2

  2. Suffolk County Community College

    Selden, NY · 25 mi · Public

    • Baking & pastry
    • HVAC technician
    • Automotive technician
    • +11

  3. Monroe University

    Bronx, NY · 30 mi · Private

    • Baking & pastry
    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +4

What bakers earn in Connecticut

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Baker salary in ConnecticutHow to become a baker

Median pay
$36,460
$17.53 an hour
Typical range
$34,010–$47,930
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in CT
3,670
Job growth, 2025–35
+5.5%
36,500 openings a year (U.S.)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the closest baking & pastry schools to Norwalk?

The closest are Lincoln Technical Institute-Shelton (Shelton, 19 mi), Suffolk County Community College (Selden, 25 mi), and Monroe University (Bronx, 30 mi). In total, 3 schools within 30 miles teach baking & pastry.

How much do baking & pastry programs near Norwalk cost?

For the 3 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $5,258 to $38,521. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do bakers make near Norwalk?

Across Connecticut, the median pay is $36,460 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.

How do I choose a baking & pastry school in Norwalk?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.

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