Culinary & Pastry Schools in Round Lake Beach, IL

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare culinary & pastry programs in Round Lake Beach, Illinois. Use this page to compare local programs, review typical training formats, and find nearby schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Culinary & Pastry Schools Near Round Lake Beach, IL

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#1

Adler University

Chicago, IL In-state option
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 5
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

American Academy of Art College

Chicago, IL In-state option
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  • 332 S Michigan Ave Chicago, IL 60604-4302

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#3

School of the Art Institute of Chicago

Chicago, IL In-state option BOC Score 36.6
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  • Programs offered: 1
  • Annual completions: 4

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#4

Augustana College

Rock Island, IL In-state option BOC Score 62.1
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  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 46

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#5

Aurora University

Aurora, IL In-state option BOC Score 66.4
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  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 212
  • Online programs available

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#6

Southwestern Illinois College

Belleville, IL In-state option BOC Score 49.6
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  • Programs offered: 83
  • Annual completions: 3,390
  • Online programs available

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#7

Black Hawk College

Moline, IL In-state option BOC Score 52.4
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  • Programs offered: 38
  • Annual completions: 590
  • Online programs available

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#8

Blackburn College

Carlinville, IL In-state option BOC Score 36.8
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  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 11
  • Online programs available

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#9

Blessing Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences

Quincy, IL In-state option BOC Score 85.1
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  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 39
  • Online programs available

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#10

Bradley University

Peoria, IL In-state option BOC Score 74.1
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  • Programs offered: 22
  • Annual completions: 209
  • Online programs available

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Illinois Culinary & Pastry Salary Snapshot

Illinois
Illinois Median Pay $39,861 $19.17 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $40,078 $19.27 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 35-1011 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • Kitchen lab hours and cuisine styles covered
  • ServSafe or food handler certification included
  • Externship placements and restaurant partnerships
  • Credential level (certificate, diploma, or associate degree)
  • Specialty tracks (pastry, baking, management, nutrition)

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