Fall Open House

Get a Taste of CIA

There’s no better way to experience college life with a culinary twist at CIA than to visit our California campus. And now, with our Fall Open House events, you’ll get a taste of what awaits you here. These events are the perfect opportunity to help you get a jump on your future in food and hospitality—so don’t miss out. Join us from 2–5 p.m. for the following:

  • Welcome to CIA—Join our Admissions team as they share details about CIA academic programs, scholarships, our hands-on approach to learning, and the application process.
  • Financial Aid 101—Explore the financial aid options available at CIA, including scholarships, grants, and our tuition offset program.
  • Current Student Panel—Hear all about CIA firsthand from our current students during a Q&A panel.
  • Campus Tour—Take a walking tour of campus. You’ll get the inside scoop on classes, activities, and life on campus.
CIA Greystone Campus. Students walking on campus.

Saturday, October 5

Friday, October 18

Saturday, November 2

Friday, November 8

Friday, December 6

Can’t make these dates? Looking for another campus? Check out our full list of admissions events, including online events, and small group campus tours.

A group of students follow an instructor during a campus tour. They are walking on a paved pathway beside a large red-brick building with white-trimmed windows and green foliage. The instructor is gesturing with his right hand while talking to the students.

Extend your stay with lunch or dinner at our award-winning, on-campus restaurants!

Our students and CIA faculty chefs welcome you to dine with us and experience our student-staffed restaurants for yourself. Reservations are strongly recommended given peak, fall demand and can be easily made online. For walk-in service, we encourage you to visit The Bakery Café by Ghirardelli.

Plan Your Visit

Travel Directions

CIA Greystone is approximately 1 mile north of the town of downtown St. Helena on the left, 1 1/2–2 hours north of San Francisco in the heart of the Napa Valley.

Where to Stay

While visiting CIA in the Napa Valley you will find a variety of lodging choices within minutes of our campus.

Admissions

Questions? We’ll Connect You With a Personal Admissions Counselor for More Information!

Every prospective and accepted CIA student has the option to work with a dedicated admissions counselor. Just use our online form to answer a few quick questions, and we’ll provide you with the contact information of an admissions counselor who is ready to answer your questions, discuss financial aid, and make the application process as easy as possible!

Questions about our on-campus or online events? Please contact Admissions Events Coordinator Ron Knoth ’92 at 845-451-1509 or [email protected].

Connect with your Admissions Counselor

The Culinary Institute of America at Greystone

2555 Main Street
St. Helena, CA 94574