Apex Technical School's Culinary Arts Program Named #1 Culinary School in New York by Learn.org

Apex's 24-week Midtown Manhattan program tops 10 New York schools for affordable tuition and hands-on kitchen training

Key Facts

• Apex Technical School's Culinary Arts program is the #1 culinary school in New York on Learn.org's "Best Culinary Arts Schools in New York 2027" list (October 13, 2026).
• Tuition starts at $16,500 before scholarships and grants, making it New York State's lowest-cost licensed culinary arts program.
• The 600-hour, 24-week program includes a 200-hour externship and is approved for Title IV aid.

NEW YORK, Oct. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Apex Technical School's Culinary Arts program has been named the #1 culinary school in New York by Learn.org, which cited its "affordable tuition and practical culinary training." Apex, a fully accredited nonprofit career and technical school and member of Fedcap since 2020, ranked ahead of nine other New York institutions. Learn more at apextech.edu/culinary.

Apex offers New York State's lowest-cost licensed Culinary Arts program with both NYSED licensure and ACCSC accreditation. ACCSC also named Apex a 2024–2025 School of Excellence, one of 19 schools selected from 265 nationwide.

"Being named the #1 culinary school in New York reinforces what our students experience every day. High-quality, hands-on culinary training doesn't have to come with a high price tag or require years of study," said Steve Markowitz, President of Apex Technical School.

Students train in a commercial kitchen at Apex's Midtown East campus near Grand Central, building to a mock restaurant service capstone.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What is the significance of Apex's #1 Learn.org ranking?
A1: Learn.org named Apex Technical School New York's #1 culinary school for its affordable tuition and practical training.

Q2: How does Apex compare to other New York culinary schools?
A2: Apex is the only Manhattan school on Learn.org's list and, at 24 weeks, the fastest route; most others are two-year degrees.

Q3: Where can I learn more about Apex's Culinary Arts program?
A3: Visit apextech.edu/culinary or call 212-645-3300.

About Apex Technical School
Since 1961, Apex Technical School has trained New Yorkers for skilled-trade careers. A nonprofit member of Fedcap since 2020, Apex is NYSED-licensed and ACCSC-accredited.

About Fedcap
For nearly ninety years, Fedcap has developed scalable, innovative, and potentially disruptive solutions to some of society's most pressing needs.

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