Online Program
Overview
The admissions process at NECI is the beginning of a student's journey toward his or her education and career goals. Our Admissions team will work individually with incoming students to ensure that they understand all aspects of the NECI educational experience. We highly recommend that, as part of the admissions process, prospective students and their supporting family and friends schedule a tour of the campus. While on tour, you will have an opportunity to learn about NECI’s unique attributes. You will have a chance to see our facilities first-hand; discuss the application process with our admissions team; find out more about financial aid and scholarships and, most importantly, ask current students and chef instructors the questions that are important to you.
Admissions Requirements – Online Program
NECI has a selective and limited admissions process that evaluates each candidate individually. Applicants are admitted to New England Culinary Institute when they demonstrate to the Admissions Committee an attitude and aptitude for success. Our admissions requirements include:
- An earned Associates degree or a minimum of 60 earned college credits from an accredited institution of higher learning.
- A resume showing current and active employment and/or show relevant prior employment history in a food and beverage industry-related position.
- Note: If you do not have food and beverage or industry-related experience, you may still be eligible to enroll into our online program by completing a pre-requisite 3-credit-hour course.
- This prerequisite course is offered online, is self-paced, and is offered at no credit.
- The cost of this prerequisite course is $1197 ($399 per credit hour) plus the cost of books and related materials.
- A completed paper application.
- A high school diploma or GED. Minimum recommended High School GPA is 2.0 (or its equivalent).
- Official transcripts are required from your High School and any college or vocational school you have attended.
- Official GED Transcript.
Use this form to request official transcripts/GED.
Recommended
- Campus tour.
- SAT/ACT Scores.
- Letter of recommendation from a counselor, instructor, or employer.
Please mail your paper application, resume, and official transcripts to:
Online Admissions
New England Culinary Institute
56 College Street
Montpelier, VT 05602
The application review process can take approximately one to two weeks to complete. All applications are reviewed and rated by NECI's Application Review Committee, and each applicant’s abilities are assessed against minimum recommended admissions requirements.
When reviewing applications, NECI considers the following categories:
- Industry understanding and experience (e.g., work experience, vocational classes). Please include a resume where possible.
- Academics (e.g., GPA, and grade report details)
- Essay inclusive of grammar, spelling, content, length, and creativity
- Interest, motivation, and passion for the industry
- Extracurricular activities (e.g., team sports, clubs, organizations, community and volunteer activities)
- Vocational activities (e.g., ProStart, Skills USA, DECA competitions)
- Online Learning Survey
- Admissions Interview(s)
To speak with an admissions representative about these and other requirements, please call 877.223.6324 or email AdmissionsREMOVETHISBEFORESENDING@neci.edu.
Our Admissions Office hours are: (All times Eastern)
| Monday – Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8:30 am – 8:00 pm | 8:30 am – 5:30 pm | Closed | Closed |
