Top 10 Reasons to Attend Pennsylvania Culinary Institute

1. Our Reputation

Since 1986, PCI has been highly regarded for its hands-on, career-oriented culinary programs and small class sizes, attracting students from across the United States.

2. Le Cordon Bleu Affiliation

Our association with Le Cordon Bleu represents a union of the finest in European and North American culinary arts training programs—a curriculum that is renowned worldwide.

3. Hands-on Training in Culinary Fundamentals

Students can receive competency-based training that stresses fundamental cooking methodologies.

4. Award-Winning Chef Instructors

Most of our instructors are seasoned professional chefs who actively work in the industry, bringing real-world experience into the classroom.

5. Dedicated Staff

Our friendly, welcoming, helpful staff is available daily to help students with financial aid available for those who qualify, job placement assistance, academic advisement, and other matters.

6. Industry-current Campus Facilities

Our campus features industry-current, fully equipped culinary and pastry training kitchens, along with lecture and demonstration rooms and a commercial storeroom.

7. Pittsburgh

No longer the industrial steel town of old, Pittsburgh was named "America's Most Livable City" in 2007 by Places Rated Almanac.

8. Library and Resource Center

Our excellent food service library gives students access to a wide assortment of industry-related materials and information.

9. S.T.A.R. Program

Through our S.T.A.R. program, every student is assigned a faculty advisor who provides one-on-one academic guidance, from the first day of school until graduation.

10. Career Services

Our dedicated Career Services staff helps students with resume writing, interviewing, and networking and provides job-placement assistance to both students and graduates.

Contact us today to learn more about Pennsylvania Culinary Institute.