Mahadev Maitri Foundation
US Initiatives
Private For-Profit2-year

Culinary Institute Inc

Houston, Texas Β· City: LargeOfficial Website β†—

#2760
Nationally
#168
In Texas
$12,600
Annual Tuition
per year
334
Undergrad Enrollment
Under 1,000
Overall Score & Rankings
49/100
Average
#2760 nationally
#168 in Texas
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes50
πŸ’°Affordability51
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth45

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Culinary Institute Inc is a private for-profit two-year community college located in Houston, Texas. The college enrolls approximately 334 undergraduate students. Annual tuition is $12,600, significantly below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $25,382 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution.

Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$12,600/yr
Room & Board$2,600/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$19,879/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$12,600↑ Above avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$25,382
$30,001 – $48,000$25,481
$48,001 – $75,000$25,678
$75,001 – $110,000$30,775
Over $110,000$30,834
Student Body
334
Total Undergrads
57% F / 43% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 25%
Hispanic 39%
Black 32%
Asian 3%
Two or more 1%
Native / Other 1%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($12,600/yr) is well below the national average for private for-profit colleges
  • βœ“Reasonable room and board costs at $2,600/yr
  • βœ“Small campus environment (334 students) β€” more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • Β·Net price for families earning under $30K is $25,382/yr β€” explore all aid options before applying
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students planning to transfer to a 4-year university, working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees, and students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPrivate For-Profit
LocationHouston, Texas
SettingCity: Large
SizeUnder 1,000
Affordability Spotlight
$25,382
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#168
in Texas out of 7+ colleges
#2760
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.