Culinary Institute of America Top Questions

They are very kind and eager to help you out with things you don't understand.

Competitive. This industry is very competive and everyone wants to be the best chef/pastry chef.

My classmates are all different ages and different races, so its pretty cool to get to know people of all different ages and races and their cultures and their lives, also how they go about preparing for the day. Since i have been in school i have made so many new friends that will last forever

Classmates are different here. I have only 21 people in my actuall class, but there are four other groups of the same size that started at the same time. Everyone is very nice, including the chefs.

My classmates range in age and culture, and I have learned so mcuh from them in all aspects of life from encountering different cultures to different personalities.

In the culinary setting most of the students are very passionate about what we do. We love food, it is in our blood. As far as advice would go, I feel that this college is very fast paced and deserves all of the respect and dedication you can offer. It is a intense school, and those who are not truly passionate about food are easily weeded out.

my classmates vary in age from 18 to 26 but all of them are very knowledgeable and wanting to learn.

i would describe my classmates as very helpful.

My classmates are driven, passionate, creative, unique and generally friendly.

We are a very diverse campus, representing over 48 different countries and all 50 states. It is great that we are able to interact with people from such different backgrouds. It really helps us to grow as adults. We are all so enthuastic about being here. You just get a sense of belonging as soon as you step onto the campus.