Education

the degree of difference      
More than a "cooking school," Johnson & Wales offers a culinary career education with a full university experience.
 
Since 1973, our culinary education has evolved to be the most respected in the world, creating chefs who are leaders in the field. From our International Baking & Pastry Institute, the first of its kind in the world — to our unique culinary nutrition program, the first of its kind to receive accreditation by the American Dietetic Association — JWU continues to set the standard for culinary education and excellence. 
 
As a further testament to our quality of culinary education, all AS degree graduates will receive first-level ACF certification, a distinction normally required for industry professionals who must pass a test.
 
Furthermore, we offer the broadest selection of culinary-related majors and a world of exciting career options in the fast-growing culinary and hospitality industries. 
 
Johnson & Wales — America’s Career University® – was founded in 1914. It is a private, nonprofit, accredited institution offering undergraduate and graduate degree programs in business, food service, education, hospitality and technology. Preparing students for successful careers is the cornerstone of the University’s educational philosophy. A benchmark of the University has been its 28 consecutive year employment record - within 60 days of graduation, 98 percent of its students from the 50 states have jobs in their chosen career field.