Campuses
Student Life at CIA California
College life at CIA Greystone is filled with exciting activities outside of our classrooms and teaching kitchens.
Food is Your Community.
At CIA California, our on-campus Student Garden Project, clubs and organizations, and student lodging ensure that you’ll always have a place to hang out with classmates, explore your mutual love of all things food, and have fun along the way!
Located in the Napa Valley, our Greystone location is just short drive away from the historic vineyards and restaurants of the region, in addition to hot air ballooning, hiking, horseback riding, and bicycle trails. You’ll also be close to some of the food industry’s biggest CIA events, such as the Worlds of Flavor® Conference and Festival and the Healthy Kitchens, Healthy Lives® Conference.
Residential Life
Our CIA California on-campus housing includes cozy and comfortable residence halls where you can study quietly while making new friends.
Clubs and Activities
Connect with others who share your interests—or try something new! We have multicultural and religious groups, culinary-focused clubs, outdoor activities—the list goes on!
Dining
It should come as no surprise that our meal plans, which are part of your education, feature an exciting selection of delicious food and mouth-watering treats.
Student Services
We’re committed to helping you succeed in every way, which is why we offer comprehensive health and medical services, career and academic advising, counseling and wellness options, and more.
Student Takeover—California Campus
Watch along as TJ ’22 shows us what it’s like being a Baking and Pastry Arts student at our California campus! Get a peek into the bakeshops, kitchens, and classrooms while he answers questions about his classes, internship, lifelong friendships and connections. You’ll even get to go behind-the-scenes with TJ after class as he takes you along to his job—making Instagram reels for CIA!
Chat With a Student
Are you curious about what it’s really like to attend CIA? We’ve got you covered. Our students are ready to answer the questions you haven’t asked anyone else, share their own personal experiences, and give you genuine advice—because they’ve gone through it, too.
admissions
Food is your pathway. Plan a visit to learn more about student life on campus.
Are you ready to explore the #onlyatcia experience? Throughout the year we offer campus tours, open houses, and online events so that you can ask questions, learn more about our programs, and chat with admissions counselors. Do you have specific questions about student life at our California campus? No problem! We’d be happy to help and tell you more about our on-campus opportunities.
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