Baking and pastry schools in Chester, PA

3 schools within 30 miles of Chester, PA offer baking & pastry programs, and the closest is Walnut Hill College in Philadelphia, 12 miles away. Bakers in Pennsylvania earn a median $36,360 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
3
Closest
12 mi
Public colleges
2
Median pay in PA
$36,360

3 baking & pastry schools within 30 mi of Chester, PA

School results

  1. Walnut Hill College

    Philadelphia, PA · 12 mi · Private

    • Baking & pastry
    • Culinary arts

  2. Montgomery County Community College

    Blue Bell, PA · 23 mi · Public

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

  3. Rowan College at Burlington County

    Mount Laurel, NJ · 27 mi · Public

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

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

What are the closest baking & pastry schools to Chester?

The closest are Walnut Hill College (Philadelphia, 12 mi), Montgomery County Community College (Blue Bell, 23 mi), and Rowan College at Burlington County (Mount Laurel, 27 mi). In total, 3 schools within 30 miles teach baking & pastry.

How much do baking & pastry programs near Chester cost?

For the 3 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $5,344 to $32,351. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do bakers make near Chester?

Across Pennsylvania, the median pay is $36,360 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 Chester?

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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