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New Orleans Culinary & Hospitality Institute

Financing Your NOCHI Education

Professional training requires an investment—of time, attention, and money. We are committed to increasing equity in the hospitality field, and that starts with increasing access to high-quality education and career pathways. We've worked hard to ensure our tuition is aligned with real-world wages and career earnings opportunities. Our Admissions Office is eager to answer any questions you may have and to assist you in accessing the resources you need to help finance your next big career step.

Federal Aid | Workforce Grants | Military Benefits | Scholarships

Federal Aid

TITLE IV FUNDING

Financial aid to attend NOCHI may be available to those who apply and qualify. To find out if you qualify, begin by filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®). Even if you don’t think you’ll be eligible for aid, you won’t know for sure until you submit your FAFSA!

Federal loans come from the U.S. Department of Education and often have a lower interest rate and lower processing fees than private loans.

To begin this process, complete your 2024-25 FAFSA and enter NOCHI Federal Code: 043156

Questions? Our Admissions Office is happy to help you every step of the way! Email them today or call at 504-635-0011.

Workforce Grants

wORKFORCE INNOVATION AND OPPORTUNITY ACT

The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act provides funding for students seeking training at NOCHI. WIOA is a landmark act of legislation that was strategically designed to improve and strengthen America’s public workforce system. It helps to provide opportunities so all Americans can access high-quality training and jobs, including young adults and those who may face barriers to employment. To see if you qualify for WIOA funding, contact your parish workforce development board.

Orleans Parish Residents | Jefferson Parish Residents

Are you looking for your next steps after a career in the military?

If you are an active service member, veteran, or military family member, you could get financial assistance for up to 100% of your NOCHI tuition.

As a VA-approved institution, we’re proud to share resources with those who have served our country. You may be eligible for funding, benefits, and services from the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Department of Defense Tuition Assistance program to earn your certificate degree through our accelerated programs in Culinary Arts or Baking & Pastry Arts. NOCHI participates in the Post-9/11 GI Bill® and Montgomery GI Bill® programs, which help pay for educational and housing expenses. Our Admissions Office is ready to assist you with any questions prior to enrolling.

 
 
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Scholarships

NOCHI Scholarship Fund

NOCHI Scholarship Fund is funded by the generosity of community partners and donors. Scholarships through this fund provide need-based scholarships that provide partial tuition to incoming Culinary Arts and Baking & Pastry Arts students. Applications for consideration are due May 1st and November 1st.

Aarón Sánchez Impact Fund

The Aarón Sánchez Scholarship provides young Latinos with resources to attend culinary arts school, allowing them to pursue their dreams of becoming a leader in the culinary industry. Originally launched in 2016, Chef Aarón Sánchez’s inspiration to issue scholarships is to diversify kitchen leadership for future generations. For more information on this scholarship and application dates, please visit https://www.aaronsanchezimpactfund.com/apply.

Emeril Lagasse Foundation Scholarship

The Emeril Lagasse Foundation creates opportunities to inspire, mentor and enable youth to reach their full potential. The Foundation provides a limited number of full scholarships to incoming Culinary Arts students. Recipients of this scholarship must be need-based students ages 18-24 at the time of application and have participated in one of the Emeril Lagasse Foundation's beneficiary programs (including Louisiana ProStart, Café Reconcile, Café Hope, Liberty’s Kitchen and YEP). Applications for consideration are due May 1st and November 1st.

John E. Koerner & Co. Scholarship Fund

The John E Koerner & Co. Scholarship Fund is open to incoming Culinary Arts and Baking & Pastry Arts students starting in January and graduating in June the same year. This scholarship is for one need-based student and will directly pay all tuition and fee expenses. Applications are due November 1st.

LA Petite Grocery Scholarship

Justin and Mia Devillier of La Petite Grocery launched the La Petite Grocery Scholarship Fund in 2024. This initiative aims to nurture the dreams of passionate individuals by providing one annual, need-based scholarships for a student pursuing certificates in Culinary Arts or Baking & Pastry Arts. Students must be registered for the cohort starting in June and have documented financial need. Applications are due May 1st.

Prospective students must complete the full application, including the financial assistance portion, and complete their interview in order to be considered for scholarships. Please contact admissions@nochi.org for more information on scholarships.

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