Culinary & Pastry Schools in East Orange, NJ

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare culinary & pastry programs in East Orange, New Jersey. Browse local listings and compare schedules, training formats, and total costs before contacting schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Culinary & Pastry Schools Near East Orange, NJ

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#1

Eastwick College-Hackensack

Hackensack, NJ In-state option BOC Score 44.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 213

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Atlantic Cape Community College

Mays Landing, NJ In-state option BOC Score 36.1
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  • Programs offered: 38
  • Annual completions: 214
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Fortis Institute-Wayne

Wayne, NJ In-state option BOC Score 43.6
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  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 479

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#4

Bergen Community College

Paramus, NJ In-state option BOC Score 63.9
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  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 323
  • Online programs available

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#5

Berkeley College-Woodland Park

Woodland Park, NJ In-state option BOC Score 30.0
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  • Programs offered: 19
  • Annual completions: 462
  • Online programs available

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#6

Bloomfield College of Montclair State University

Bloomfield, NJ In-state option BOC Score 29.3
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  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 1

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#7

Brookdale Community College

Lincroft, NJ In-state option BOC Score 61.1
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  • Programs offered: 30
  • Annual completions: 330
  • Online programs available

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#8

Rowan College at Burlington County

Mount Laurel, NJ In-state option BOC Score 65.4
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  • Programs offered: 39
  • Annual completions: 575
  • Online programs available

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#9

Caldwell University

Caldwell, NJ In-state option BOC Score 53.5
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  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 56
  • Online programs available

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#10

Camden County College

Blackwood, NJ In-state option BOC Score 55.1
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  • In-state tuition: $4,320
  • Out-of-state tuition: $4,416
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  • Graduation rate: 32%
  • Programs offered: 51
  • Annual completions: 1,122
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

New Jersey Culinary & Pastry Salary Snapshot

New Jersey
New Jersey Median Pay $45,280 $21.77 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)

Next Steps

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