Military Students


Are you a service member with a passion for cooking? 

Consider Louisiana Culinary Institute for the next chapter of your life. Louisiana Culinary Institute is a military friendly school honored to support the outstanding individuals who are serving or who have served in the U.S. Military while pursuing higher education. We are committed to helping those service members achieve their educational goals. 

At LCI, we understand the dynamics of being both a student and a service member. We provide an extensive support system of staff members whose principle focus is to help you succeed. Depending on your military experience and education, you may be eligible to receive academic credits that can be put toward your LCI degree to save time when working to complete your program.

For most service members, culinary school is a smooth transition to a fulfilling second career. The flexibility and length of time to complete a degree program at LCI, allows a faster shift into the workforce. 

Whether you are still in active-duty or a veteran, your GI Bill™ benefits can help fund your education. Contact Louisiana Culinary Institute's enrollment experts to help you take advantage of your education benefits earned serving our country!

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Why Veterans Choose Louisiana Culinary Institute

Veteran Benefits

- Available to veterans, active duty military, spouses and dependents that qualify

- Apply at vets.gov

Hands-on Culinary Experience

- Hands-on training under the tutelage of experienced professional chefs from diverse facets of the industry.
- Graduate with professional kitchen experience along with industry certification and credentials.

Post-grad Career Services

- Job Placement Assistance
- Resume Support
- Interview Preparation
- Career Advisement
-Access to Industry Job Postings
- On-site Career Fairs & Recruitment
Read about LCI Military Opportunities

LCI Blog

Post-Military Education: The Benefits of Culinary School
By Charlie Ruffolo 22 May, 2018
Are you finishing your military career and wondering what to do next? If you have a passion for cooking, culinary school could be the perfect destination for you. Learn about your military education benefits can be used for culinary school.
Additional Resources

Veteran Affairs Benefits

Visit the eBenefits website to see what benefits you qualify for, and how and where to apply. Through this website you can also manage benefits and healthcare.

Vocational Rehabilitation & Employment (VR&E)

Students who are eligible for Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment may be able to have tuition, fees, books and more paid by the VA to LCI. In addition, students may receive a monthly stipend depending on training status. Click here to learn more.

VEAP — Veterans Educational Assistance Program 

VEAP grants are available for eligible veterans enrolled in LCI’s Culinary Program. Visit the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs website for more information.

Louisiana Department of Veteran Affairs

The Louisiana Department of Veteran Affair's (LDVA) Veterans Assistance Counselors help veterans and their families receive benefits for which they qualify. Please visit the LDVA website to learn what benefits are available to you.


Visit the GI Bill® website for additional resources and information.

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