Launch Your Culinary Future
For nearly 50 years, Cambridge School of Culinary Arts (CSCA) has fostered culinary passion and expertise in an intimate and nurturing environment. Located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the hub of the New England culinary scene, we have helped thousands of students pursue their culinary and pastry education within our kitchens. Our alumni continue to find great success as chefs and industry leaders across New England, the United States, and internationally. Today we offer you the opportunity to join the CSCA family and launch your culinary future.
Chef Jason J.
Owner, Chef Style Boston
CSCA Professional Chef’s Program Graduate, 2018
CSCA Professional Pastry Program Graduate, 2023

Explore Our Professional Programs
Gain the essential knowledge and foundational skills that a strong culinary education demands: classic fundamentals of cooking and baking, history and influences of the world’s greatest cuisines, techniques for mastering common and exotic ingredients, and more. We offer four programs in culinary arts and pastry arts that allow you to choose the tract best suited to your culinary goals and aspirations. Our certificate and professional training programs begin every September, January, and May.
Academic Calendar
CSCA offers four unique programs that allow you to choose the tract best suited to your schedule and goals. We offer culinary and pastry arts training programs each September, January, and May.
Chef Instructors
Our accomplished instructors boast backgrounds as diverse as our student population. They bring their vast culinary training and experience to every course they teach.
Career Services
CSCA is proud to offer lifelong placement services and career advising to all students and alumni. For those just starting out and for industry veterans, we’re here to support you.
Tuition and Fees
All students in our certificate and professional programs have tuition payment options. We work with you to ensure there are no surprises as you complete your education at CSCA.
Visit Us
Don’t take our word for it. Come see us in action. Join us for an information session or schedule a private tour with one of our admissions representatives to make sure CSCA is the place for you.
Download Professional Catalogue
Deciding to attend culinary school is a big decision. Learn as much as you can about our professional programs before you take the next steps. We will be here when you’re ready to ignite your passion.