Financial Aid + Scholarships
TYPES OF AID AVAILABLE | HOW TO APPLY | BREAKDOWN OF AVAILABLE FINANCIAL AID PROGRAMS | HELPFUL LINKS | SCHOLARSHIPS

An overwhelming majority of our students benefit from financial aid. You can, too.

We recognize that the cost of funding your Italian Culinary education can be intimidating, no matter how great an investment it is. We are here to help you make your dreams come true, whether you want to pursue a new career or take your passion to the next level.

Below, you’ll find information on financial aid and scholarship options for The Italian Culinary Academy programs. Of course, we realize that every case is unique so we encourage you to email or call 1-888-324-CHEF to speak with a financial aid advisor about your options. We're here to help.

Types of Aid Available

The Italian Culinary Academy wishes to help ensure that qualified applicants are not turned away based solely on lack of funds. A financial aid advisor is always available to outline a variety of options, based on a student’s individual needs.

A brief overview of the various financial aid opportunities we offer are listed below. For in-depth information on each, please schedule an interview with a Financial Aid Advisor. During this interview, you will be informed of the steps needed to complete the Financial Aid Process.

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Scholarships

There are many different scholarship opportunities available. They may be awarded based on need, experience, goals, and other factors. The amounts may vary (every little bit can help). Scholarships may be awarded for The Italian Culinary Academy’s Italian Culinary Experience program. Please click here to find out about current scholarship opportunities and check back with us, as new ones are announced often. In addition, many employers and unions offer scholarships to employees or the children of employees, so it’s worthwhile to ask your family to inquire.

HOW TO APPLY

Our Office of Financial Aid will process everything for you and contact you to let you know if there are any forms that need to be completed. If you have any questions or need assistance, you can visit the Financial Aid office, email or call us at 1.888.324.CHEF.

When applying for Financial Aid, we recommend that you come in for an interview with one of our Financial Aid advisors to determine your eligibility and to receive a list of items needed to complete your application. You may set up this interview at any time by contacting our Office of Financial Aid at 1.888.324.CHEF, or email us.

Please bring the following items to your Financial Aid Interview:

• Proof of citizenship (i.e.: passport, birth certificate, residency card, or other documented proof).
• Social Security Card or documented proof from the Social Security Administration office.
• Proof of Income (i.e.: latest tax return, W-2 form, disability statement, or other documented proof of income).

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Scholarships

There are many different scholarship opportunities available. They may be awarded based on need, experience, goals, and other factors. The amounts may vary (every little bit can help). For more information about our scholarships, click here.

Alternative Loan Programs

The following loan programs are based on special relationships that The Italian Culinary Academy has with outside financing companies .

Sallie Mae Signature Loan – Here are that standard requirement and benefits: You or your co-borrower must have a good credit rating, No income requirements, interest rates are variable and are based on the prime rate, standard repayment term of 15 years with option to extend to 30 years, No payments are required while you are in school, also available to international students with eligible co-borrowers.
 

TERI - The Italian Culinary Academy’s students can finance their entire cost of education with this loan. You or your co-borrower must have a good credit rating, be employed for at least 2 years, be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, must currently earn at least $18,000 a year, must have monthly equity 20% greater than monthly debt. Repayment can be over 25 years at a variable interest rate. This rate is based on the prime rate.
 

Career Training Loan - Eligibility requires that you or your co-borrower maintain a good credit rating, being currently employed, having monthly equity 20% greater than monthly debt and being a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Repayment can be made over 20 years at the variable prime rate.

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HELPFUL Links

Following are helpful links to general financial aid and scholarship information to help you attend The Italian Culinary Academy.

Scholarships: scholarships.com Wide array of public, private, fraternal, civic, more, based on your experience and goals. http://www.scholarships.com

Scholarships: fastweb.com Info on over 600,000 scholarships. http://www.fastweb.com

Alternative Loans: Teri Educational Loans Private, nonprofit organization offers loans based on creditworthiness rather than income limitations. http://www.teri.org

Alternative Loans: SLM Financial Corp Offers loans for technical and trade schools, distance learning and continuing education. http://www.slmfinancial.com

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