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Enrollment Process
Admission to Detroit Institute of Gastronomy is a multi-step process which consists of evaluation of prior academic experience and assessment for post-secondary readiness of eligible applicants. DIG wants to ensure that the students that begin their education are committed so a multi-step application for enrollment process has been developed.
As a former military service member, you may be eligible to receive US-Department of Veterans Education Benefits. The Detroit Institute of Gastronomy is an approved education provider for these benefits. Prior to starting the application process, find out if you are eligible for these funds.
Applicant Tasks
- Provide your directory information, legal name, date of birth, phone number and email.
- Upload a picture of yourself that will be used as your Student ID (as much as we love kittens, please no filters.)
- Provide contact information for two references.
Is this system secure?
All the information provided to our institution is secure in our online Student Management System. In this phase of the application process, the applicant is building their student profile to be used and referenced throughout the program.
Why do we ask for references?
A reference can be from a past employer, family, friend, mentor, spiritual advisor, etc. The purpose is to ensure that our students are discussing starting a culinary education with people in their lives.
Provide Documentation
Proof of High school graduation or GED
Ex: transcript or diploma. As a Licensed Post-Secondary Provider, we are responsible to ensure that our students have completed a GED or graduated High School. This is a legal requirement which supports success in a post-secondary institution like ours.
Valid Social Security Card
Apprentice program are designed to teach students on the job. We want to ensure that applicants are eligible to work in the United States.
Government Issued ID
Ex: State ID, Driver's License, Passport. This is to verify you are who you say you are. Providing identification ensures that we are accepting a real person.
Resume
Prior to starting your education, a concierge will work very closely with you to ensure you find a place of employment that fits your career goals. Providing a resume will help us in connecting you with a partner Place of Employment to begin your apprenticeship. Need help in writing a resume? Check out the Resume and Interview Support with CheckList document.
Knowledge Check
In addition to our students being able to upload material into our system, we want to be sure you have an idea of where to find some basic culinary information. The knowledge check is designed to asses the preparedness of our applicants. There is no “grade” but it must be submitted. For help in completing the knowledge check, contact your concierge.
Essay (2)
Please submit one essay about why you want to be a chef and one essay about a time that you overcame an obstacle. Each essay should be ~1000 words. Essay Writing Tips
Letters of recommendation (3)
Success is formed on the foundation of multiple factors. One of those factors is a support network. We are looking to see if you have a support network and are discussing your future in the culinary arts. Providing three letters of recommendation helps the concierge team develop a better understanding of the applicant. Recommendation Letters
Once we receive all the material, the applicant will sign the enrollment agreement and become an official student of the Detroit Institute of Gastronomy!
Please contact the Concierge team at conceriege@dig.education if you have any questions