France
Le Cordon Bleu Paris
Tuition fee
€12,000–€15,000/year
QS ranking
University ranking
Admission requirements
High school diploma; IELTS ≥ 5.5 (UG). Bachelor's degree; IELTS ≥ 6.5 (PG).
Le Cordon Bleu Paris is a private culinary and hospitality institute in Paris, France, founded in 1895. It enrolls about 1,000 students annually (800+ international) and offers diploma, bachelor’s, master’s/MBA, and short courses with English or French instruction. The modern 4,000m² campus overlooks the Seine and features state-of-the-art kitchens and wine labs, with student support for accommodation, visas, careers, and extensive industry networking.
Academic programs
Tuition Fees (2025–26)
Estimated tuition fees for 2025–26.
Diplôme de Cuisine or Pâtisserie
~€14,000–€16,000 per programme
Grand Diplôme®
~€39,000 (9 months full-time)
Bachelor degrees
~€12,000–€15,000/year
Master/MBA
~€18,000–€25,000/year
Short Courses
From €100 to €1,500
Scholarships
Merit-based internal awards and external funding options; limited availability.
Le Cordon Bleu Foundation Scholarships
Limited, merit-based
External funding
Via Campus France or home-country programs
French government scholarships
E.g., Eiffel, Erasmus+
Early-bird tuition discounts
For some programmes
Rankings
Global reputation and alumni achievements.
Considered one of the world’s leading culinary schools
Alumni include Michelin-starred chefs and hospitality leaders
High global reputation in culinary and hospitality education
Required Documents
Documents typically required for application.
Passport copy
Academic transcripts and diploma(s)
Proof of English or French proficiency (as required)
Motivation letter
Resume/CV (for postgraduate)
Application form (online or via email)
Student Life & Campus
Modern facilities, international community, and Parisian cultural immersion.
Modern campus in the heart of Paris, overlooking the Seine River
4,000m² facility with state-of-the-art kitchens and wine labs
Multilingual international admissions team
Cultural immersion in the gastronomic capital of the world
Student support for accommodation, visas, and career planning
Networking with chefs, sommeliers, and food industry professionals
Paris lifestyle: museums, cuisine, cafes, and culinary heritage at your doorstep
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