Competitive Tuition
Cascade Culinary Institute® (CCI) offers the Pacific Northwest's finest culinary arts education. Residents of CA, ID, NV and WA all receive tuition at the in-state (out of district) rate. CCI students enjoy Central Oregon's high quality of life, while living at a lower cost-of-living rate than in metropolitan areas, and benefiting from a lower debt-to-income ratio post graduation in comparison to other regional community college and for-profit culinary education institutions. We also encourage you to consider the length of the program and credit load each term, as some programs are very compacted, which can result in a decrease in the quality of education and overall academic success. Shop and compare!
Industry Relevant Curriculum and Instruction
Beginning in Fall 2012, students pursuing an AAS in either Culinary Arts or Baking and Pastry Arts will progress through the seven quarter curriculum in a cohort-based educational model. Modern technologically-based delivery techniques are utilized to accommodate a diversity of student learning styles for both traditional and non-traditional students alike. The lecture / theory, demonstration, and hands-on applied instruction is classical in orientation and technique-centered; with an integrated approach with industry focused general education courses. Students will experience both math and writing courses that are co-taught by Chef Instructors, in order to providing a learning experience that has relevance to a career path in the restaurant industry. Students will also have the opportunity to select specialized elective course offerings that align with individual career goals. An e-portfolio will be leveraged throughout the curriculum in order for CCI students to document their learning via writing, photos, videos and blogging; which will serve as an applied resume post-graduation to support the placement process. An accelerated application-based program that is five quarters in length is also available for candidates with previous cooking experience who are seeking rapid career advancement. CCI curriculum can be found in the COCC Catalog.
Study Hard, Play Hard!
From the Ale Trail tour of microbreweries to skiing on Mount Bachelor, there is no end to the fun in Bend, Oregon. Those who love the four-season outdoors will find few places in the world where so much can be done so close to a modern town with great night life. Regional activities consist of fly-fishing, hiking, backpacking, whitewater rafting, caving, golf, alpine lakes, hunting, cycling races, extreme sports competitions, disc golf, birding, snowmobiling, Nordic skiing, rock climbing, boating, horseback riding, trail running, and more. With an economy based on tourism and recreation, the region surrounding Bend is a great place to begin a career in the restaurant and resort industries.
Modern and Sustainable Facility
The Jungers Culinary Center, which opened in Fall 2011, serves as a cornerstone for Cascade Culinary Institute. The 15,205 sq. ft. facility was built to Earth Advantage Gold standards, and boasts of construction, operations, and instruction that is sustainable in orientation. The facility consists of a total of three instructional kitchens, a demonstration theatre, and a dining room that serves as an applied learning environment for regional community members as part of Elevation Restaurant.
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"The Cascade Culinary Institute Faculty and Staff are committed to serving the students and providing an environment that is both nurturing and challenging. We are passionate educators and culinarians who love sharing our knowledge and experience with students! We truly live for students who are both engaged and willing to ask us questions - just ask away,
we are here for you!"
~Gene Fritz, Director
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