Culinary schools in Arizona
Looking for culinary arts schools in Arizona? There are 9, including 8 public colleges and 1 private career school. Chefs in Arizona earn a median $59,890 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 9
- Public colleges
- 8
- Median pay in AZ
- $59,890
- Cities with schools
- 3
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Cochise County Community College District
Sierra Vista, AZ · Public
- Culinary arts
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- +15
Estrella Mountain Community College
Avondale, AZ · Public
- Culinary arts
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- IT support & networking
- +2
Scottsdale Community College
Scottsdale, AZ · Public
- Culinary arts
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +4
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What chefs earn in Arizona
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $59,890
- $28.79 an hour
- Typical range
- $33,970–$95,240
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in AZ
- 4,080
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +6.6%
- 25,200 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 culinary arts schools are in Arizona?
We list 9 schools in Arizona with culinary arts programs: 8 public colleges and 1 private career school. Campuses are in Scottsdale, Kingman, Prescott, Yuma, and Coolidge.
Are there community college culinary arts programs in Arizona?
Yes. 8 public colleges in Arizona offer culinary arts. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.
How much does culinary arts school cost in Arizona?
Among the 9 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $3,405 to $38,815. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.
How much do chefs make in Arizona?
The median pay for chefs in Arizona is $59,890 a year, and most earn between $33,970 and $95,240, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a culinary arts school in Arizona?
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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Culinary schools in other states
- California (52)
- Florida (43)
- Texas (28)
- North Carolina (24)
- New York (20)
- Georgia (19)
- Illinois (18)
- Pennsylvania (17)
- Wisconsin (15)
- Oklahoma (13)
- Virginia (13)
- Washington (13)
- Puerto Rico (13)
- New Jersey (12)
- Mississippi (11)
- Michigan (10)