Culinary schools in Virginia
Looking for culinary arts schools in Virginia? There are 13, including 11 public colleges and 2 private career schools. Chefs in Virginia earn a median $63,270 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 13
- Public colleges
- 11
- Median pay in VA
- $63,270
- Cities with schools
- 3
13 culinary arts schools
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ECPI University
Virginia Beach, VA · Private
- Culinary arts
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +11
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J Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Richmond, VA · Public
- Culinary arts
- Welding
- Automotive technician
- +10
Patrick & Henry Community College
Martinsville, VA · Public
- Culinary arts
- Welding
- Automotive technician
- +8
Piedmont Virginia Community College
Charlottesville, VA · Public
- Culinary arts
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- EMT & paramedic
- +7
Rappahannock Community College
Glenns, VA · Public
- Culinary arts
- HVAC technician
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- +6
Southwest Virginia Community College
Cedar Bluff, VA · Public
- Culinary arts
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +13
Culinary schools by city
- Chesapeake (3 within 30 mi)
- Leesburg (3 within 30 mi)
- Fairfax (3 within 30 mi)
What chefs earn in Virginia
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $63,270
- $30.42 an hour
- Typical range
- $43,010–$90,470
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in VA
- 3,600
- 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 Virginia?
We list 13 schools in Virginia with culinary arts programs: 11 public colleges and 2 private career schools. Campuses are in Vienna, Alberta, Cedar Bluff, Lynchburg, and Virginia Beach.
Are there community college culinary arts programs in Virginia?
Yes. 11 public colleges in Virginia 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 Virginia?
Among the 13 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $4,102 to $22,965. 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 Virginia?
The median pay for chefs in Virginia is $63,270 a year, and most earn between $43,010 and $90,470, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a culinary arts school in Virginia?
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.
Other programs in Virginia
- LPN programs (28)
- Criminal justice programs (26)
- HVAC schools (25)
- Electronics technician schools (23)
- EMT and paramedic schools (20)
- Industrial maintenance schools (20)
- Medical billing and coding schools (20)
- Welding schools (20)
- Cosmetology schools (18)
- Electrician schools (15)
- Auto mechanic schools (15)
- Massage therapy schools (15)
- Drafting schools (14)
- Radiology tech schools (12)
- Construction schools (11)
- Dental assistant schools (11)
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)
- Washington (13)
- Puerto Rico (13)
- New Jersey (12)
- Mississippi (11)
- Michigan (10)
- Ohio (10)