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Le Cordon Bleu Paris
Le Cordon Bleu Paris is an institute in Paris. International students should budget around US$38,500 a year in total, covering roughly US$26,900 in tuition and US$11,500 in living costs. The fee schedule below breaks that down across 12 published items. Entry requirements are listed by level, with the English score each one needs. It is one of 7 institutions we list in France.
- Tuition
- US$26,900/yr
- Living
- US$11,500/yr
- Total
- US$38,500/yr
- Type
- Institute
- Location
- Paris
Why students choose Le Cordon Bleu Paris
- Best global culinary education institution, awarded at the World Culinary Awards 2021.
- The world's leading network of hospitality management and culinary arts institutes, with more than 35 schools in over 20 countries and over 125 years of educational experience; Le Cordon Bleu qualifications are widely recognised.
- The teaching method is observe, practise, learn — students watch cookery demonstrations, then practise under the supervision of the school's chefs, drawing their own conclusions.
- All Le Cordon Bleu programmes are taught in French and/or English.
- The modern new campus sits beside the Seine near the Eiffel Tower, with up-to-date equipment creating an inspiring space to study and practise.
- Tuition is very competitive compared with other institutions abroad. Students also build professional experience during their studies through placements of up to 12 months.
Le Cordon Bleu Paris fees for international students
As published by the institution. Confirm current fees directly before paying a deposit.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Requirement | high school graduate, aged 18 or over |
| Intakes | January, April, July and October |
| Duration | standard 9 months; intensive 6 months, at 6–12 hours a day, six days a week |
| Tuition | EUR 30,500, including registration, course materials, equipment and activity fees |
| Duration | 14–16 months, including a four-month internship |
| Tuition | EUR 33,000, including registration, course materials, equipment and activity fees |
| Duration | standard 9 months; intensive 6 months, at 6–12 hours a day, six days a week |
| Tuition | EUR 24,500, including registration, course materials, equipment and activity fees |
| Tuition | EUR 27,000, including registration, course materials, equipment and activity fees |
| Duration | standard 6 months at 13–14 hours a week; intensive 3 months at about 30 hours a week |
| Tuition | EUR 14,200, including registration, course materials, equipment and activity fees |
| Duration | standard 12 months; intensive 9 months, including 3 months at 6–12 hours a day, six days a week |
Le Cordon Bleu Paris entry requirements
Set by the institution and grouped by level. English scores are minimums.
Admission requirements
- High school graduate
- An English or French certificate, depending on the programme
Frequently asked
How much does it cost to study at Le Cordon Bleu Paris?
Budget roughly US$38,500 a year in total — about US$26,900 in tuition and US$11,500 in living costs. Fees vary by programme; the schedule on this page lists what the institution publishes.
What are the entry requirements for Le Cordon Bleu Paris?
Requirements are set by level and listed in full on this page. High school graduate
Where is Le Cordon Bleu Paris?
Le Cordon Bleu Paris is in Paris, France.
Can international students work while studying at Le Cordon Bleu Paris?
Work rights are set nationally, not by the institution. In France the current allowance is 20 hours/week, and the post-study route is job-search residence permit — 1 year.
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