Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Austin

6020-B Dillard Circle
Austin, TX 78752
Top-Ranked (2026): View Rankings

School Highlights

Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Austin serves 569 students (100% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the state average of 74%.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 569 students
  • Acceptance Rate: 100%
  • Minority enrollment: 61%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Austin ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

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School Overview

Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Austin
(TX) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Two-Year: Arts & Design
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
n/a
262 staff
Number of Programs Offered
4
8
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Austin has declined by 21% over five years.
The Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Austin diversity score of 0.73 is more than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
569 students
4,931 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
23:1
# Full-Time Students
569 students
909 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
4,022 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
569 students
403 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
569 students
890 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
40 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
4,166 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
47 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
252 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
4%
6%
% Hispanic
26%
46%
% Black
22%
13%
% White
39%
26%
% Hawaiian
1%
n/a
% Two or more races
6%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
2%
4%
Diversity Score
0.73
0.70
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.5431%
55%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
34%

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
87%
84%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,000
$9,629
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,750
$5,250
Acceptance Rate
100%
93%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Kristen Kish - Emmy-nominated Top Chef Host -
    • Michael Fields - Austin Culinary Arts Graduate, Pitmaster at Franklin Barbecue -

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Austin?
The acceptance rate of Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Austin is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 93%.
Who are famous alumni from Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Austin?
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Austin famous alumni include: Kristen Kish - Emmy-nominated Top Chef Host and Michael Fields - Austin Culinary Arts Graduate, Pitmaster at Franklin Barbecue.
What is Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Austin's ranking?
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Austin ranks among the top 20% of community college in Texas for: Diversity in US community colleges.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 569 students
  • Acceptance Rate: 100%
  • Minority enrollment: 61%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Did You Know?

Travis County, TX community colleges have a diversity score of 0.68, which is lower than the national average of 0.74. The most diverse community college in Travis County, TX is Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Austin. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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