Baking and pastry schools in Wisconsin
We found 7 schools offering baking & pastry training in Wisconsin, with campuses in Eau Claire, Pewaukee, Appleton, and Kenosha and more. Bakers in Wisconsin earn a median $37,310 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 7
- Public colleges
- 7
- Median pay in WI
- $37,310
- Cities with schools
- 3
7 baking & pastry schools
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Chippewa Valley Technical College
Eau Claire, WI · Public
- Baking & pastry
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +29
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Baking and pastry schools by city
- Racine (3 within 30 mi)
- West Allis (3 within 30 mi)
- Caledonia (3 within 30 mi)
What bakers earn in Wisconsin
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $37,310
- $17.94 an hour
- Typical range
- $29,640–$48,030
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in WI
- 4,930
- 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 Wisconsin?
We list 7 schools in Wisconsin with baking & pastry programs: 7 public colleges. Campuses are in Eau Claire, Pewaukee, Appleton, Kenosha, and Cleveland.
Are there community college baking & pastry programs in Wisconsin?
Yes. 7 public colleges in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin?
Among the 7 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $9,112 to $14,238. 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 Wisconsin?
The median pay for bakers in Wisconsin is $37,310 a year, and most earn between $29,640 and $48,030, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a baking & pastry school in Wisconsin?
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
- Florida (16)
- Puerto Rico (15)
- Illinois (12)
- Pennsylvania (11)
- Texas (11)
- Michigan (10)
- Washington (10)
- Georgia (9)
- New York (9)
- North Carolina (9)
- Ohio (6)
- Arizona (5)
- New Jersey (5)
- Massachusetts (4)
- New Mexico (4)
- Louisiana (3)