Summer Culinary
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Summer Culinary 2026

Enrollment & Tuition

Everything you need to know about enrolling your teen in Summer Culinary 2026.

Ages 12–17
Sleepaway & Day Programs
Professional Chef Instructors
4 Cities Across the US

2026 Schedule

Sessions & Dates by Location

All sessions run Sunday to Saturday. Sleepaway and commuter options available at NYC, Seattle, and San Francisco. Washington DC is commuter-only.

NYMost Popular

New York City

Most popular location — 6 sessions available

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SessionDatesResidentialCommuter
Session 1June 21 – June 27$4,495$2,895
Session 2June 28 – July 4$4,495$2,895
Session 3July 5 – July 11$4,495$2,895
Session 4July 12 – July 18$4,495$2,895
Session 5July 19 – July 25$4,495$2,895
Session 6July 26 – Aug 1$4,495$2,895
WA

Seattle

Pacific Northwest culinary focus — savory dishes & technique

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SessionDatesResidentialCommuter
Session 1July 12 – July 18$3,995$2,495
Session 2July 19 – July 25$3,995$2,495
DC

Washington

Commuter program only — global cuisine in the nation's capital

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SessionDatesCommuter
Session 1July 20 – July 24$1,995
Session 2July 27 – July 30$1,995
CA

San Francisco

Incredible savory dishes in one of America's greatest food cities

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SessionDatesResidentialCommuter
Session 1June 14 – June 20$4,495$2,895
Session 2June 21 – June 27$4,495$2,895

Tuition Includes

Everything Is Included

Tuition covers the full camp experience — no hidden fees, no extra charges. Your teen arrives ready to cook and leaves with skills, memories, and a full recipe book.

All meals and snacks during camp
Professional kitchen equipment & tools
Chef-instructor-led sessions daily
Evening city food excursions
Camp t-shirt and apron
Recipe booklet to take home
Certificate of completion
Access to our alumni network
Most Popular

Sleepaway Program

Full residential experience. Campers live on campus, eat together, and immerse themselves completely in the culinary world for one week.

Day / Commuter Program

Attend daily sessions without staying overnight. Perfect for local families or campers who prefer to sleep at home.

How It Works

How to Enroll

01

Choose Your Location & Session

Browse our 4 cities and pick the session dates that work best for your family.

02

Review Tuition & Select Program

Choose Sleepaway or Commuter. NYC & SF are $4,495 / $2,895. Seattle is $3,995 / $2,495. DC is $1,995 commuter only.

03

Complete Your Application

Fill out the enrollment form online. We'll confirm your spot and send next steps.

04

Get Ready to Cook!

We'll send a packing list, what to expect, and everything you need before arrival.

Questions?

We're Here to Help

Have questions about tuition, availability, dietary needs, or what to pack? Our admissions team is happy to help you find the right session for your teen.

Spots Are Filling Fast

Summer 2026 sessions are approaching sold-out status. Secure your teen's spot today.

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