Whether you’re interested in Culinary Arts or Pastry Arts or becoming an Entrepreneur, you are about to embark on a journey that will prepare you for a competitive job market. You will find we offer a well‐rounded, comprehensive education to get you industry-ready. Good Luck!
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New Student Orientation - Spring 2025
New Culinary and Pastry students (and Hospitality students registering for CHEF 1301 Basic Food Preparation/FDNS 1301 Introduction to Foods) are required to participate in Culinary Arts Orientation before the start of the semester to learn about program expectations, uniforms, and tools, along with lab and communication etiquette. A brief tour will be given at the end of the presentation.
Join us on
Date: TBD
Time: TBD
Location: Highland Campus, Bldg 2000, Room 2.1300 Eatery73
Contact the Culinary Arts Department with questions or concerns. Thank you!
Culinary Arts Advising Information
Students wanting to take Culinary and Pastry courses will need to submit a student petition after completing all the admission steps including meeting with an Area of Study (AoS) Specialist (aka Academic Advisor) to ensure their major has been updated and their record is in good standing.
Spring 2025
September 30 – December 13
Registration
Student Date # Credit Hours
Current/Former Monday, October 14 60+
Current/Former Tuesday, October 15 45+
Current/Former Wednesday, October 16 30+
Current/Former Thursday, October 17 15+
Current/Former & New Friday, October 18 0-14
Please visit the Current Students Advising or the Prospective Students page for additional advising information and forms.
Important Semester Dates
Fall 2024
Semester Dates
16 Weeks: August 26 – December 15
1st-8 Weeks: August 26 – October 21
2nd-8 Weeks: October 22 – December 15
Campus Closed: November 11, November 28-29
Refunds
100% Refund Drop Date |
70% Refund Drop Date |
25% Refund Drop Date |
Aug 25 | Sept 16 |
Sept 23 |
Financial Aid Priority Deadline
November 21
Graduation Application Deadline
October 4
Spring 2025
Semester Dates
16 Weeks: January 21 – May 18
1st-8 Weeks: January 21 – March 16
2nd-8 Weeks: March 24 – May 18
Campus Closed: March 17 – 23
Refunds
100% Refund Drop Date |
70% Refund Drop Date |
25% Refund Drop Date |
Jan 20 | Feb 10 |
Feb 17 |
Financial Aid Priority Deadline
April 28
Graduation Application Deadline
March 28