Baking and pastry schools in Pennsylvania

Looking for baking & pastry schools in Pennsylvania? There are 11, including 8 public colleges, 1 private nonprofit school, and 2 private career schools. Bakers in Pennsylvania earn a median $36,360 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
11
Public colleges
8
Median pay in PA
$36,360
Cities with schools
2

11 baking & pastry schools

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  1. Bucks County Community College

    Newtown, PA · Public

    • Baking & pastry
    • Carpentry
    • Medical assistant
    • +9

  2. Harrisburg Area Community College

    Harrisburg, PA · Public

    • Baking & pastry
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +18

  3. Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

    Indiana, PA · Public

    • Baking & pastry
    • EMT & paramedic
    • Culinary arts
    • +3

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  5. Lackawanna College

    Scranton, PA · Private

    • Baking & pastry
    • Massage therapy
    • Culinary arts
    • +5

  6. Luzerne County Community College

    Nanticoke, PA · Public

    • Baking & pastry
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +13

  7. Montgomery County Community College

    Blue Bell, PA · Public

    • Baking & pastry
    • Medical assistant
    • Phlebotomy
    • +9

  8. Northampton County Area Community College

    Bethlehem, PA · Public

    • Baking & pastry
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +17

  9. Pennsylvania College of Technology

    Williamsport, PA · Public

    • Baking & pastry
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +14

  10. Walnut Hill College

    Philadelphia, PA · Private

    • Baking & pastry
    • Culinary arts

  11. Westmoreland County Community College

    Youngwood, PA · Public

    • Baking & pastry
    • HVAC technician
    • Plumbing
    • +16

  12. YTI Career Institute - York

    York, PA · Private

    • Baking & pastry
    • HVAC technician
    • Medical assistant
    • +8

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What bakers earn in Pennsylvania

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

Baker salary in PennsylvaniaHow to become a baker

Median pay
$36,360
$17.48 an hour
Typical range
$25,430–$50,470
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in PA
10,380
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 Pennsylvania?

We list 11 schools in Pennsylvania with baking & pastry programs: 8 public colleges, 1 private nonprofit school, and 2 private career schools. Campuses are in Nanticoke, Youngwood, York, Newtown, and Harrisburg.

Are there community college baking & pastry programs in Pennsylvania?

Yes. 8 public colleges in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?

Among the 11 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $5,167 to $32,351. 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 Pennsylvania?

The median pay for bakers in Pennsylvania is $36,360 a year, and most earn between $25,430 and $50,470, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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

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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