Baking and pastry schools in Florida
We found 16 schools offering baking & pastry training in Florida, with campuses in Miami, Pensacola, Port Charlotte, and Daytona Beach and more. Bakers in Florida earn a median $35,870 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 16
- Public colleges
- 13
- Median pay in FL
- $35,870
- Cities with schools
- 4
Baking and pastry schools by city
- Miami (5 within 30 mi)
- Fort Lauderdale (4 within 30 mi)
- Miramar (5 within 30 mi)
- Homestead (3 within 30 mi)
What bakers earn in Florida
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $35,870
- $17.24 an hour
- Typical range
- $28,780–$45,330
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in FL
- 12,320
- 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
How many baking & pastry schools are in Florida?
We list 16 schools in Florida with baking & pastry programs: 13 public colleges, 1 private nonprofit school, and 2 private career schools. Campuses are in Miami, Pensacola, Port Charlotte, Daytona Beach, and Fort Lauderdale.
Are there community college baking & pastry programs in Florida?
Yes. 13 public colleges in Florida offer baking & pastry. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.
How much does baking & pastry school cost in Florida?
Among the 15 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $1,808 to $36,273. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.
How much do bakers make in Florida?
The median pay for bakers in Florida is $35,870 a year, and most earn between $28,780 and $45,330, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a baking & pastry school in Florida?
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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Baking and pastry schools in other states
- Puerto Rico (15)
- Illinois (12)
- Pennsylvania (11)
- Texas (11)
- Michigan (10)
- Washington (10)
- Georgia (9)
- New York (9)
- North Carolina (9)
- Wisconsin (7)
- Ohio (6)
- Arizona (5)
- New Jersey (5)
- Massachusetts (4)
- New Mexico (4)
- Louisiana (3)