Culinary schools in Michigan
We found 10 schools offering culinary arts training in Michigan, with campuses in Owosso, Roseville, Grand Rapids, and Dearborn and more. Chefs in Michigan earn a median $60,070 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 10
- Public colleges
- 8
- Median pay in MI
- $60,070
- Cities with schools
- 3
Culinary schools by city
- Detroit (5 within 30 mi)
- Farmington Hills (5 within 30 mi)
- Rochester Hills (5 within 30 mi)
What chefs earn in Michigan
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $60,070
- $28.88 an hour
- Typical range
- $42,170–$82,000
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in MI
- 5,360
- 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 Michigan?
We list 10 schools in Michigan with culinary arts programs: 8 public colleges, 1 private nonprofit school, and 1 private career school. Campuses are in Owosso, Roseville, Grand Rapids, Dearborn, and Kalamazoo.
Are there community college culinary arts programs in Michigan?
Yes. 8 public colleges in Michigan 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 Michigan?
Among the 10 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $660 to $29,232. 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 Michigan?
The median pay for chefs in Michigan is $60,070 a year, and most earn between $42,170 and $82,000, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a culinary arts school in Michigan?
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)
- Ohio (10)