Sullivan University

Associate of Science in Culinary Arts (ACA)

Earn Your Culinary Degree from One of the U.S.’s top 10 Schools!

Master both the art and science of cooking with an Associate of Science Degree in Culinary Arts from our world-renowned College of Hospitality Studies. We are committed to graduating the best-prepared, most sought-after culinary professionals in the industry. Whether your goal is to land a position in a trendy restaurant, own your own business, or even pursue your passion for food around the world, our Culinary Arts program will provide you with the skills and knowledge necessary to make it in this competitive industry. You will spend most of your time perfecting your cooking techniques and learning new methods in our top-of-the-line kitchen labs. You’ll also gain real-world experience through practicums and externships at Louisville and Lexington’s best restaurants. The solid foundation you build will work in the favor of any aspiring chef and will prove to be well worth your time and investment-- now and in the future.

Program Highlights and Locations

• Sullivan University's College of Hospitality Studies is renowned in the culinary world, having long set the standard for hospitality education and earning a reputation over the past three decades as one of the top hospitality schools in the U.S.
• Ask any student what they love about the College of Hospitality Studies, and you will hear the same answer over and over—the chefs. Our exceptionally talented and experienced faculty will not only be your instructors, they will become your mentors, your support system, and your inspiration. The philosophy behind our culinary training is simple: You will become the best by learning from the best.
• Culinary Arts students complete a practicum or externship at restaurants around the city.
• Sullivan’s Culinary Arts student competition team holds an impressive winning record at the regional, national, and international competition levels, boasting more than 400 gold, silver, and bronze medals.
• Thanks to Sullivan’s streamlined curriculum and year-round, 11-week quarters, you can complete your degree in as little as 18 months.

Locations

• Lexington Campus
• Louisville Campus