Financial Options
L'Art de la Pâtisserie (24-Week Certificate Program)
| START DATE | END DATE | TUITION |
|---|---|---|
| January 3, 2011 | June 17, 2011 | $22,000 |
| July 5, 2011 | December 16, 2011 | $22,000 |
L'Art du Gâteau (16-Week Certificate Program)*
| START DATE | END DATE | TUITION |
|---|---|---|
| January 3, 2011 | April 21, 2011 | $16,000 |
| August 29. 2011 | December 16, 2011 | $16,000 |
*Federal Financial Aid is still pending approval from the Higher Learning Commission. Please contact us for further information and to discuss other financial options.
Total Program Costs include: Tuition, books and course materials, three full uniforms, complete pastry tool kit, all premium ingredients, and use of state-of-the-art equipment. There are no additional fees upon registration confirmation. The application/program petition fee is applied toward the total tuition payment. Admissions are conducted on a rolling basis, and classes fill quickly, so it is in your best interest to apply early to ensure your space in the desired session.
The following financial options are available to students of The French Pastry School:
Federal Programs
FAFSA - stands for Free Application for Federal Student Aid. This form is used to determine the amount of money a family is expected to contribute to the price of attending a postsecondary institution. The results of the FAFSA are used in determining student grants, and Stafford loan amounts. The FAFSA application is critical because it is used for Federal Pell Grants as well as Stafford Loans. Visit www.studentaid.ed.gov for more information. To begin this process you will need to complete a FAFSA form (www.fafsa.ed.gov). Our school code is 001654
Federal Pell Grant - An undergraduate federal grant (free money). The U.S. Department of Education determines eligibility. The Expected Family Contribution (EFC) Formula is the standard criteria used in determining financial need. If you already have a bachelors degree, you do not qualify for a Pell Grant. To see if you qualify please complete the FAFSA Application
Federal Stafford Loans - There are two types of Stafford loans. Subsidized Federal Stafford Loan - Awarded on the basis of financial need. The federal government pays the interest on the loan until you begin repayment. Unsubsidized Federal Stafford Loan - Awarded without regard to financial need. Interest will accrue from the time the loan is disbursed until it is paid in full unless the student chooses to make the interest payments while in school. Visit www.studentloans.gov for application procedures and additional information. Download the Step-by-Step Stafford Loan Instructions.
Federal Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students (PLUS) - Available to parents of dependent, undergraduate students (student is under the age of 24) and requires an additional application. Parents can borrow what your Pell Grant and other financial aid or student loans don't cover. This is a credit-based loan. Repayment generally begins within 60 days of final disbursement. If your parents do not qualify for a PLUS Loan, you may be able to apply for an additional unsubsidized Stafford Loan. Check with the financial aid office to determine if you are eligible. For application procedures and additional information contact our office.
Illinois Veteran Grant Program - Pays tuition for undergraduate or graduate study for Illinois veterans at all Illinois public colleges. Visit www.collegezone.com/416_962.htm for additional information on this program.
Private Loan for Education
Private Education Loans, also known as Alternative Education Loans (private loans from banks and other lenders which are not federal aid programs), help bridge the gap between the actual cost of your education and the limited amount the government allows you to borrow in its programs. Private loans are offered by private lenders and there are no federal forms to complete. Eligibility for private student loans often depends on your credit score and do not have the same interest rates, deferments and benefits of federal loans. Federal student loans are almost always less expensive to repay than private loans. Borrowing for Your Future Lifestyle - Only borrow what you absolutely need. Student loans are an investment in your education, and you want to make sure your loan debt will not be overwhelming when you graduate. Student loan payments are a long-term commitment. Be a wise borrower.
Sallie Mae Smart Option Student Loan -
With the Smart Option Student Loan, you may be eligible to borrow up to the full cost of your education, less other aid received. Designed to help you graduate with less student loan debt and help you pay it off faster, the Smart Option Student Loan requires making interest-only payments while in school and during the six-month separation period to avoid capitalized interest. Please visit http://www.salliemae.com/get_student_loan/find_student_loan/smart-option-student-loan.htm for the Smart Option Student Loan. When applying for this loan, please use City Colleges of Chicago-Kennedy-King Chicago IL 60621 with the school code of 001654. Download the Step-by-Step Sallie Mae Smart Option Student Loan Instructions.
Wells Fargo Collegiate Loan- A Wells Fargo Collegiate loan allows students to finance the entire cost of the program with repayment beginning six months after graduation For additional information and current loan rates please see www.wellsfargo.com/student/undergrad/collegiate/. When applying for this loan, please use City Colleges of Chicago/Kennedy-King College with the school code of 001654. Download the Step-by-Step Wells Fargo Student Loan Instructions.
Personal Banks - Student loans may be available through your own bank. Please contact your bank to see what options are available.
Scholarships
Scholarships are a form of financial assistance that does not require repayment or employment and is usually made to students who demonstrate or show potential for distinction, usually in academic performance.
American Institute of Wine and Food - Contact them for additional details at www.aiwf.org.
American Culinary Federation – The ACF, along with the American Academy of Chefs offers scholarships for culinary college students through a donation from The Charlie Trotter Culinary Education Foundation. Applications are due by May 1. For more information, please call the ACF Education Department at 800.624.9458 or visit this site.
Celebrate the Future Scholarship – Diageo and Café Media are providing scholarships for higher education, vocational training, or an internship in sales and marketing. For more information, see www.cafemagazine.com/future. To apply, click here (for Spanish version click here).
For the Love of Chocolate Foundation - For the Love of Chocolate Foundation provides scholarships for qualified students in the specialized training of the pastry arts. The foundation awards scholarships to L’Art de la Patisserie program taught by The French Pastry School for the City Colleges of Chicago. Please visit www.fortheloveofchocolatefoundation.org for more details.
Illinois Restaurant Association - Awards scholarships to students seeking post secondary education and careers in the restaurant and hospitality industry. www.illinoisrestaurants.org
International Cake Exploration Society - Promotes the art of cake decorating by awarding scholarships to applicants deemed most likely to develop and promote the art form. Please see www.ices.org for additional information.
International Dairy. Deli. Bakery Association - Offers awards to high school seniors and current or returning vocational, technical or college students. Awards range from $250 to $1000 per semester. www.Iddba.com
International Food Services Executives Association - Offers scholarships to students attending food service related institutions. For additional information contact them at www.ifsea.org.
James Beard Foundation - The foundation offers a number of scholarships. Please contact them for details on www.jamesbeard.org or call 800-36-BEARD.
Les Dames d’Escoffier-Chicago- Educates and mentors women in the culinary professions. For additional information contact them at http://lesdameschicago.org/.
National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation - Assists qualified undergraduates in restaurant and food service post-secondary programs. You can make contact with them at www.nraef.org.
Robert W. Hiller Scholarship – This is a national award through the Wisconsin Bakers Association for students studying baking and pastry arts. The WBA also has the WBA Scholarship available to students from Wisconsin.For more information contact the WBA Member Services Center at (800) 542-2688 or visit www.wibakers.com.
Women Chefs and Restaurateurs - You must be a member to apply. Please see www.womenchefs.org for more details.
Additional Resource - www.fastweb.com.
Please contact us if you need any additional assistance at 312.726.2419. We are happy to help you.
