Culinary schools in West Virginia

Looking for culinary arts schools in West Virginia? There are 5, including 5 public colleges. Chefs in West Virginia earn a median $61,100 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
5
Public colleges
5
Median pay in WV
$61,100

5 culinary arts schools

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  1. Blue Ridge Community and Technical College

    Martinsburg, WV · Public

    • Culinary arts
    • Electrician
    • Welding
    • +11

  2. Carver Career Center

    Charleston, WV · Public

    • Culinary arts
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +7

  3. Mountwest Community & Technical College

    Huntington, WV · Public

    • Culinary arts
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +17

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  5. Pierpont Community & Technical College

    Fairmont, WV · Public

    • Culinary arts
    • Welding
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +12

  6. West Virginia Northern Community College

    Wheeling, WV · Public

    • Culinary arts
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +7

What chefs earn in West Virginia

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Chef salary in West VirginiaHow to become a chef

Median pay
$61,100
$29.38 an hour
Typical range
$40,520–$88,690
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in WV
350
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 West Virginia?

We list 5 schools in West Virginia with culinary arts programs: 5 public colleges. Campuses are in Charleston, Wheeling, Martinsburg, Huntington, and Fairmont.

Are there community college culinary arts programs in West Virginia?

Yes. 5 public colleges in West 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 West Virginia?

Among the 5 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $4,641 to $8,325. 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 West Virginia?

The median pay for chefs in West Virginia is $61,100 a year, and most earn between $40,520 and $88,690, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a culinary arts school in West 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.

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