Culinary Arts at Francis Tuttle Technology Center
a compact campus enrolling 825 students in Oklahoma City, OK.
Program Analysis
First-year earnings of $20,284 place Francis Tuttle Technology Center below the $23,994 national median for Culinary Arts — worth weighing against tuition and cost of living.
AI risk is moderate — 20% task exposure — and the 24% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Culinary Arts graduates.
At #88 out of 137 programs, Francis Tuttle Technology Center's financial outcomes for Culinary Arts trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.
The five-year earnings trajectory from $20,284 to $26,421 shows 30% growth, reflecting steady but unremarkable salary progression.
With 17 registered apprenticeships mapped to Culinary Arts, graduates have substantial options for hands-on training paths that pay from day one.
Earnings Overview
Projected 10-Year Earnings
Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.
Top Career Paths
Top career paths for Culinary Arts graduates by median salary.
| Career Path | Median Salary | Growth | AI-ProofAI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food scientists and technologists | $85,310 | +6.5% | 65% |
| Postsecondary teachers, all other | $78,490 | +1.8% | 100% |
| Food service managers | $65,310 | +6.4% | 58% |
Culinary Arts Career Guide
From day-one roles to senior positions, Culinary Arts careers span a range of specializations. Read the complete outlook for graduates entering personal services.
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