Culinary schools in Texas
We found 28 schools offering culinary arts training in Texas, with campuses in Austin, Houston, Fort Worth, and Alvin and more. Chefs in Texas earn a median $56,080 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 28
- Public colleges
- 24
- Median pay in TX
- $56,080
- Cities with schools
- 9
24 culinary arts schools
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Collin County Community College District
McKinney, TX · Public
- Culinary arts
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +21
Northeast Texas Community College
Mount Pleasant, TX · Public
- Culinary arts
- Electrician
- Automotive technician
- +9
Remington College-Houston Southeast Campus
League City, TX · Private
- Culinary arts
- Medical assistant
- Dental assistant
Culinary schools by city
- Houston (6 within 30 mi)
- Arlington (3 within 30 mi)
- Pasadena (6 within 30 mi)
- Lewisville (3 within 30 mi)
- Sugar Land (3 within 30 mi)
- Texas City (5 within 30 mi)
- Galveston (3 within 30 mi)
- Keller (3 within 30 mi)
- Alvin (7 within 30 mi)
What chefs earn in Texas
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $56,080
- $26.96 an hour
- Typical range
- $31,380–$92,290
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in TX
- 13,270
- 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 Texas?
We list 28 schools in Texas with culinary arts programs: 24 public colleges, 1 private nonprofit school, and 3 private career schools. Campuses are in Austin, Houston, Fort Worth, Alvin, and San Antonio.
Are there community college culinary arts programs in Texas?
Yes. 24 public colleges in Texas 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 Texas?
Among the 28 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $1,751 to $30,428. 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 Texas?
The median pay for chefs in Texas is $56,080 a year, and most earn between $31,380 and $92,290, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a culinary arts school in Texas?
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)
- 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)
- Ohio (10)