Trade and career programs at Mariano Moreno Culinary Institute
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culinary arts | Certificate | 37 | n/a | n/a | $9,500 |
| Culinary arts | Associate degree | 20 | n/a | n/a | $18,683 |
Mariano Moreno Culinary Institute cost
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $48,750 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $23,845 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $16,305 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $15,950 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $16,296 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $16,388 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | Not reported |
| Over $110,000 | Not reported |
Program prices often differ from the school-wide figure, and tools, uniforms or licensing exams can add to them. Ask the school for the full price of the program you want.
Outcomes and students
- 80% of first-time, full-time students finished within 150% of the normal program length (students who started in fall 2022 or the 2022-23 year).
- 96% of first-time students came back or finished after the first year.
- Students who completed left with a median of $10,168 in federal student loans.
- 21% of students receive a federal Pell Grant.
- Accredited by Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Mariano Moreno Culinary Institute cost?
Tuition and fees are $48,750 a year (2025-26). After grants, aided students paid an average net price of $16,305 in 2024-25.
What is the completion rate at Mariano Moreno Culinary Institute?
80% of first-time, full-time students finished within 150% of the normal time for their program.
Is Mariano Moreno Culinary Institute accredited?
Mariano Moreno Culinary Institute is accredited by Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training, according to the Department of Education.
Other trade schools nearby
- American Beauty and Trade School, Miami: $12,650 a year
- American Medical Academy, Miami: $15,858 a year
- Celebrity School of Beauty, Miami: $16,145 a year
- College of Business and Technology, Miami: $14,030 a year
- D A Dorsey Technical College, Miami: $3,328 a year
- FVI School of Nursing and Technology, Miami: $16,356 a year
More: all trade schools in Florida · Mariano Moreno Culinary Institute on the College Scorecard
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard (institution and field of study files), data release of October 15, 2026. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working, not enrolled. What each figure covers.