Culinary Arts Degree: 5 Reasons to Apply at LCI [Infographic]

Charlie Ruffolo • August 21, 2019

 

An education is much more than time spent in a classroom. It’s about preparation, it’s about passion to pursue a skill and endeavor after you graduate. It’s about having options to develop your talents, and having opportunities to display your abilities. This is why Louisiana Culinary Institute has designed its curriculum and nurtured relationships to create an excellent environment for its students.

 

LouisianaCulinary Institute was recently ranked as the fourth best culinary school in the United States. Based in a region that is famous for its cuisine, chefs, and restaurants, LCI leverages these resources and their locality to develop a truly unique education.

 

With an accelerated 16-month program, you have the option of studying Advanced Culinary Arts, Baking and Pastry, or Hospitality and Culinary Management. These options allow you to find a curriculum and earn a degree that aligns with your strengths and passions.

 

LCI also has a variety of partnerships that allow their students to have premier culinary experiences. From Disney’s culinary program to working at the Cannes Film Festival to spending a week at Augusta National during The Master’s, these once in a lifetime opportunities  are available for LCI students; offering even more reasons to apply for culinary school.

 

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