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Directory of Cooking & Culinary Schools and Institutes in Iowa

Largest Cities: Ames, Burlington, Cedar Rapids, Clinton, Council Bluffs, Davenport, Des Moines, Dubuque, Indianola, Iowa City, Mason City, Newton, Sioux City, Waterloo, West Des Moines...

Iowa is still very much an agricultural state; one-fifth of the corn produced in the US is grown here. It is also the #1 producer of soybeans and hogs. Other staples include oats, cattle, and dairy. With such an abundance of locally-grown products, Iowa chefs have no trouble cooking up satisfying meals.

Chefs and head cooks in Iowa earned an average of $14.02/hour, according to 2004 Bureau of Labor Statistics surveys. First-line supervisors and managers earned $12.39/hour.

National Programs: The following schools are accepting students from across the country.

Le Cordon Bleu

Bachelor's | Associate's | Certificate | Diploma

For more than a century, it has been the mission of Le Cordon Bleu to promote a worldwide appreciation of and encourage excellence in the culinary arts at all levels. We offer comprehensive training in cuisine and pastry to culinary professionals and enthusiasts, as well as degrees in several hospitality disciplines and a Master of Arts in Gastronomy.

The Art Institutes

Bachelor's | Associate's | Certificate | Diploma

The Art Institutes offers associate, bachelor and certificate programs that specialize in the creative arts and design. With over 40 locations in major cities throughout North America, you’ll get the competitive edge to succeed as a creative professional - in your field of interest!