Centrally located in the cultural center of the world-class city of Philadelphia, Walnut Hill College, formerly The Restaurant Schook, offers students dynamic Bachelor's and Associate degree programs in Culinary Arts, Hotel Management, Pastry Arts, and Restaurant Management and includes tours of France, Bahamas and England. Hospitality is at the heart of all we do. We look forward to meeting you.
School Highlights
Walnut Hill College serves 245 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the state community college average of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 92%.
The student population of Walnut Hill College has declined by 38% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has decreased from 19:1 over five years.
The Walnut Hill College diversity score of 0.68 is equal to the state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has grown by 64% over five years.
Total Enrollment
245 students
344 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
# Full-Time Students
245 students
241 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
103 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
286 students
312 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
245 students
241 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
5 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
103 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
19 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
120 students
330 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
5%
4%
% Asian
31%
14%
% Hispanic
1%
n/a
% Black
10%
10%
% White
5%
8%
% Hawaiian
46%
52%
% Two or more races
2%
5%
% Unknown races
1%
7%
Diversity Score
0.68
0.68
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
0.658%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.3453%
0.4973%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$36,900
$34,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $23,550 is more than the state average of $17,079. The private state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$23,550
$17,079
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
89%
91%
Median Debt for Graduates
$20,000
$13,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,500
$6,111
Acceptance Rate
79%
78%
SAT Reading
n/a
460
SAT Math
n/a
470
SAT Writing
n/a
435
ACT Composite
n/a
20
ACT English
n/a
20
ACT Math
n/a
21
ACT Writing
n/a
7
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
Founded by a restaurateur, chef, maitre'd, and educational
specialist, the school's campus has been designed to support
industry trends and educational goals. Its European Courtyard
complex features open-to-the-public restaurants including our new
Bistro Perrier featuring Chef Georges Perrier, Master in Residence.
This academic setting enables students to participate in a
real-life kitchen setting and to manage front-of-house service.
Walnut Hill College, formerly The Restaurant School, offers a
specially designed curriculum for individuals planning a successful
career in the culinary and hospitality field. For over 44
years, Walnut Hill College has received national acclaim for
its innovative approach to education. We offer a real life,
interactive educational experience in a bustling restaurant
environment in the heart of University City, Philadelphia - home to
one of the largest student populations in America. Students are
encouraged to join one of our student organizations, which provide
them a chance to explore famous restaurants, hotels, pastry shops,
and local wineries. Our clubs enable students to network with
industry leaders and build their rm The heart of Walnut Hill
College's campus is a picturesque European courtyard situated in
the midst of an American college environment. The college's major
building, Allison Mansion, features bright restaurant kitchens,
multi-media enhanced lecture halls, computer labs, a library, and
four different themed open-to-the-public restaurants, which serve
as part of educational life. As the college grows and new buildings
are added, the Mansion continues to service as the hub of campus
life.
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