Culinary schools in Wisconsin
We found 15 schools offering culinary arts training in Wisconsin, with campuses in Janesville, Eau Claire, Fennimore, and Pewaukee and more. Chefs in Wisconsin earn a median $61,300 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 15
- Public colleges
- 15
- Median pay in WI
- $61,300
- Cities with schools
- 4
15 culinary arts schools
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Northeast Wisconsin Technical College
Green Bay, WI · Public
- Culinary arts
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +26
Western Technical College - Wisconsin
La Crosse, WI · Public
- Culinary arts
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +23
Culinary schools by city
- Racine (3 within 30 mi)
- West Allis (3 within 30 mi)
- West Bend (3 within 30 mi)
- Caledonia (3 within 30 mi)
What chefs earn in Wisconsin
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $61,300
- $29.47 an hour
- Typical range
- $41,990–$87,570
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in WI
- 1,860
- 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 Wisconsin?
We list 15 schools in Wisconsin with culinary arts programs: 15 public colleges. Campuses are in Janesville, Eau Claire, Fennimore, Pewaukee, and La Crosse.
Are there community college culinary arts programs in Wisconsin?
Yes. 15 public colleges in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin?
Among the 15 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $8,255 to $14,238. 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 Wisconsin?
The median pay for chefs in Wisconsin is $61,300 a year, and most earn between $41,990 and $87,570, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a culinary arts school in Wisconsin?
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)
- Oklahoma (13)
- Virginia (13)
- Washington (13)
- Puerto Rico (13)
- New Jersey (12)
- Mississippi (11)
- Michigan (10)
- Ohio (10)