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AMERICA'S BEST CULINARY SCHOOL*
ICE, its faculty and alumni have been awarded top honors by the James Beard Foundation, the IACP, USA Today, The Daily Meal and more. Find out why an ICE education puts you in amazing company. [1]
20K
ALUMNI
Our alumni lead the industry — running top kitchens around the globe, winning awards and transforming the future of culinary innovation. 88% of alumni report that their ICE education has proved somewhat or very important to their careers. [2]
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With 50 years of experience launching culinary careers, ICE is among the most respected culinary schools in America. In the last two years, ICE placed students in over 300 establishments, prompting praise from industry leaders. [3]
Experience the Best of Both Worlds
Comprehensive pastry & baking training in your home kitchen
Online diploma program with in-person industry externship
Get foundational, professional training in the techniques and art of pastry and baking — from the convenience of your own kitchen. Our innovative online curriculum explores theory, science, and technique for major baking styles, palate development and culinary business fundamentals vital to professional success. The program includes a hands-on industry externship designed to enhance your skills and deliver real-world pastry and baking experience.
Why Students Enroll in Our Online Baking & Pastry Program
- Expertly designed comprehensive curriculum delivered in proven online learning methods.
- Flexible, life-friendly virtual class schedule requiring only 15 to 18 hours per week.
- More affordable tuition and world-class quality compared to other online culinary schools.
- An ICE diploma is accredited and recognized worldwide by leading chefs and restaurateurs.
- Exclusive access to live culinary expert demos, lectures and networking events hosted at ICE campuses in NY and LA.
- ICE offers a supportive community environment plus an in-person commencement ceremony in Los Angeles.
Explore Modern Trends & Classic Techniques of Pastry & Baking at ICE
Modern, vibrant, and diverse, the Institute of Culinary Education has helped over 19,000 students find their culinary voices — and we are ready to help you find yours. Renowned in the culinary world for providing restaurant and hospitality industries with top talent, ICE now offers our Online Baking & Pastry Arts Diploma Program to provide high-quality, professional pastry and baking opportunities for students in a growing number of states. Financial Aid, scholarships and Veterans education benefits are available for those who qualify.
EXPERIENCE THE ICE DIFFERENCE
WHY SHOULD YOU ENROLL AT ICE?
JUST ASK OUR ALUMNI!
Meet recent graduates who have launched their culinary careers at top-rated restaurants.
Onika Brown
Culinary Arts
I would hire anyone coming from ICE, because I came from there and I know how great the program is.
Perla Velazquez
Pastry & Baking Arts
I think what makes ICE special is the wide the variety of the pastries that we made in the program.
Alex Terepka
Pastry & Baking Arts and Hospitality Management
The biggest advice I can give to potential students is to just enroll.
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