New England Culinary Institute

For over 30 years our unique apprenticeship model has been NECI’s recipe for success. Small classes, kitchen learning from day one, long internships, and unparalleled personal attention--these are the raw ingredients of a NECI education. With our menu of programs and degrees, you can create the education you need to fulfill your dreams.

Since 1980 NECI has grown from seven students to an accomplished group of over 5,000 alumni. Our continued commitment to professionalism and real-life experience has given us a reputation for serious, creative, passionate chefs and food service professionals. Our students work side by side with skilled, dedicated chef-instructors in our celebrated teaching restaurants. It’s a tight-knit, caring, and supportive community. And it doesn’t go away when you graduate.