Culinary Institute Inc

School Highlights

Culinary Institute Inc serves 316 students (72% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the state community college average of 34:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the state average of 75%.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 316 students
  • Private-state tuition: $15,828
  • Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
  • Minority enrollment: 74%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Culinary Institute Inc ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

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Attribute

School Overview

The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 78% over five years.
Culinary Institute Inc
(TX) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Two-Year: Arts & Design
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Nontraditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
15 staff
73 staff
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Culinary Institute Inc has declined by 17% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 has increased from 4:1 over five years.
The Culinary Institute Inc diversity score of 0.70 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has declined by 6% over five years.
Total Enrollment
316 students
1,385 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
34:1
# Full-Time Students
228 students
869 students
# Part-Time Students
88 students
3,352 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
316 students
1,335 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
228 students
837 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
88 students
3,377 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
4%
6%
% Hispanic
36%
47%
% Black
32%
13%
% White
26%
25%
% Two or more races
1%
2%
Diversity Score
0.70
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
55%
54%

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The private state tuition of $15,828 is more than the state average of $13,462. The private state tuition has declined by 8% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$15,828
$13,462
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$19,792
$10,630
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,904
$5,500
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Alicia Orellana - Admissions advisor -

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Culinary Institute Inc cost?
Culinary Institute Inc's private state tuition is approximately $15,828.
What schools are Culinary Institute Inc often compared to?
Culinary Institute Incis often viewed alongside schools like Houston Community College by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Culinary Institute Inc?
Culinary Institute Inc famous alumni include: Alicia Orellana - Admissions advisor.
What is Culinary Institute Inc's ranking?
Culinary Institute Inc ranks among the top 20% of community college in Texas for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.
In what neighborhood is Culinary Institute Inc located?
Culinary Institute Inc is located in the Northside And Northline neighborhood of Houston, TX.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 316 students
  • Private-state tuition: $15,828
  • Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
  • Minority enrollment: 74%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Did You Know?

The average community college acceptance rate in Harris County, TX is 65%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Harris County, TX community colleges have a diversity score of 0.66, which is higher than the national average of 0.00. The most diverse community college in Harris County, TX is Houston International College Cardiotech Ultrasound School. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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