Wednesday Walkthroughs

Join our Director of Admissions on a tour of the New Orleans Culinary & Hospitality Institute! Learn about our six-month certificate program while exploring our teaching kitchens, classrooms, and event spaces. If you love food, our accelerated and completely unique program can fast-track your career and broaden your network. Financial assistance available.

Questions about your application? Not sure where to start? We'll help you with that, too!

Come explore at a Wednesday Walkthrough!

Virtual Open Houses

Join us for online info sessions showcasing our career-focused certificate programs. Learn everything you need to know about joining a NOCHI cohort! We'll go through information on our Culinary Arts and Baking & Pastry programs (including course topics, our pop-up restaurants, and a day in the life of a NOCHI student), financial aid, how to apply and a virtual tour of our state-of-the-art facilities and more.

If you've ever thought of kickstarting your career in the hospitality industry in the wealth of the New Orleans culinary culture, this is a great way to start your journey!

These events are completely free and designed for prospective applicants to NOCHI's certificate program.

Get the link for an upcoming Virtual Open House!

INTERESTED IN FINANCIAL AID?

Immediately following each Virtual Open House, our Director of Admissions will host a session dedicated to exploring the financial aid opportunities available for prospective students of NOCHI's Culinary Arts and Baking & Pastry Arts certificate programs. This is designed to guide you through the various financial assistance options, ensuring you have the resources needed to embark on your culinary education journey. You can join one or both sessions!

Topics covered will include:

• Comprehensive Overview of Financial Aid Options: Learn about federal aid, including Title IV funding, and discover how to apply for assistance by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®).

• Workforce Grants Information: Find out if you qualify for funding through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), designed to provide high-quality training and job opportunities.

• Military Benefits Guidance: Explore financial assistance options for active service members, veterans, and military family members, potentially covering up to 100% of your tuition.

• Scholarship Opportunities: Get detailed information on various scholarships, such as the NOCHI Scholarship Fund, Aarón Sánchez Scholarship, Emeril Lagasse Foundation Scholarship, John E. Koerner & Co. Scholarship Fund, and Healthy Blue Scholarship Fund, all aimed at supporting your culinary aspirations.

• Application Process Assistance: Receive step-by-step guidance on applying for financial aid and scholarships, ensuring you have all the necessary information to successfully secure funding.

Learn more at a Financial Aid Info Session!

 In-Person Open Houses

Join instructors of the New Orleans Culinary & Hospitality Institute for a DIY Pizza Party, explore our state-of-the-art facilities, and learn about our six-month certificate program. If you love food, our accelerated and completely unique program can fast-track your career and broaden your network. Financial assistance available.

Make your own pizza in our baking and pastry kitchen with our chef-instructors. We will lead campus tours throughout the event, where you can see NOCHI's teaching kitchens, classrooms, and event spaces.

Questions about your application? Not sure where to start? We'll help you with that, too! Drop in anytime.

These events are completely free and designed for prospective applicants to NOCHI's certificate program.

Let us know you’re coming to the pizza party!

Thursday, March 26
4 - 6 PM

Showcases

Join us for an exciting culinary showcase featuring the talents of our current Culinary Arts and Baking & Pastry Arts students! Witness the creativity and skills our students have developed, and get a taste of what your future in the culinary world could be. This is your chance to see the quality of education we offer firsthand and to interact with our talented students and faculty.

Don't miss this opportunity to indulge your passion for food and explore potential career paths in the culinary arts!

These events are completely free and designed for prospective applicants to NOCHI's certificate program.

Experience the flavors at a showcase!

Field Trips

If you are an educator or work with a youth organization and your students have an interest in potentially pursuing a career in the culinary arts or baking & pastry arts, NOCHI offers field trips for student groups.

For more information, please fill out the interest form below or call our Admissions office at (504) 635-0011.