Culinary schools in Georgia
We found 19 schools offering culinary arts training in Georgia, with campuses in Albany, Athens, Atlanta, and Augusta and more. Chefs in Georgia earn a median $66,230 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 19
- Public colleges
- 18
- Median pay in GA
- $66,230
- Cities with schools
- 7
19 culinary arts schools
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Central Georgia Technical College
Warner Robins, GA · Public
- Culinary arts
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +34
Culinary schools by city
- Atlanta (3 within 30 mi)
- Roswell (3 within 30 mi)
- Stonecrest (3 within 30 mi)
- Gainesville (3 within 30 mi)
- Douglasville (3 within 30 mi)
- Lawrenceville (3 within 30 mi)
- Union City (3 within 30 mi)
What chefs earn in Georgia
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $66,230
- $31.84 an hour
- Typical range
- $43,300–$100,970
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in GA
- 3,680
- 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 Georgia?
We list 19 schools in Georgia with culinary arts programs: 18 public colleges and 1 private nonprofit school. Campuses are in Albany, Athens, Atlanta, Augusta, and Warner Robins.
Are there community college culinary arts programs in Georgia?
Yes. 18 public colleges in Georgia 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 Georgia?
Among the 17 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $614 to $25,358. 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 Georgia?
The median pay for chefs in Georgia is $66,230 a year, and most earn between $43,300 and $100,970, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a culinary arts school in Georgia?
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)
- Illinois (18)
- Pennsylvania (17)
- Wisconsin (15)
- Oklahoma (13)
- Virginia (13)
- Washington (13)
- Puerto Rico (13)
- New Jersey (12)
- Mississippi (11)
- Michigan (10)
- Ohio (10)