Baking and pastry schools in New Jersey

We found 5 schools offering baking & pastry training in New Jersey, with campuses in Mays Landing, Lincroft, Jersey City, and Paterson and more. Bakers in New Jersey earn a median $36,960 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
5
Public colleges
5
Median pay in NJ
$36,960
Cities with schools
5

5 baking & pastry schools

School results

  1. Atlantic Cape Community College

    Mays Landing, NJ · Public

    • Baking & pastry
    • Culinary arts
    • IT support & networking
    • +2

  2. Brookdale Community College

    Lincroft, NJ · Public

    • Baking & pastry
    • Automotive technician
    • Culinary arts
    • +4

  3. Hudson County Community College

    Jersey City, NJ · Public

    • Baking & pastry
    • Carpentry
    • Medical assistant
    • +8

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  5. Passaic County Community College

    Paterson, NJ · Public

    • Baking & pastry
    • Medical assistant
    • Culinary arts
    • +5

  6. Rowan College at Burlington County

    Mount Laurel, NJ · Public

    • Baking & pastry
    • EMT & paramedic
    • Medical billing & coding
    • +7

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What bakers earn in New Jersey

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

Baker salary in New JerseyHow to become a baker

Median pay
$36,960
$17.77 an hour
Typical range
$32,220–$55,280
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in NJ
8,110
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 New Jersey?

We list 5 schools in New Jersey with baking & pastry programs: 5 public colleges. Campuses are in Mays Landing, Lincroft, Jersey City, Paterson, and Mount Laurel.

Are there community college baking & pastry programs in New Jersey?

Yes. 5 public colleges in New Jersey 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 New Jersey?

Among the 5 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $5,344 to $11,231. 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 New Jersey?

The median pay for bakers in New Jersey is $36,960 a year, and most earn between $32,220 and $55,280, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a baking & pastry school in New Jersey?

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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