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This is my student short film and video essay for the "Reading Film" Course at the Culinary Institute of America, the written essay was also written for the "Food Writing" course.
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[@matthewfrancisj]

Thanks to everyone who has watched this! I know have gradutated from CIA and own my own company where i make recipe videos for various big brands in the US. Subscribe here for more awesome videos! I also have a Food interview Show on this Channel called "DinnerViews" it's great! You can also follow me on Instagram to see what I'm up to now! @matthewfrancisj.

[@cadenadams1770]

So I have been very interested in going to a culinary college and I’ve loved cooking ever since I could (even when I made the easy powdered cakes) but Im having a problem I feel like I need more to do I want to be more prepared and have more things to put on a resume but I’m not the brightest and have trouble focusing on school work I’m worried my dream of getting in will be crushed if I don’t make a drastic change soon but I don’t know what that would be. What would you recommend I do for my highest chance of getting in. Anything will help.

[@matthewfrancisj]

@@cadenadams1770 CIA isn't truly that hard to get in to. you just have to have a GED, a good admissions essay, and have 6 months work experience in a restaurant. what's important is that you finish school. that's harder. and you have to be able to pay for it. SO i would say apply for scholarships or get a restaurant job if your parents can't afford it like mine couldn't.

[@cadenadams1770]

Matthew Francis ok thank you that is very helpful.

[@robotace001kingslayer4]

I graduated culinary school this December. It is actually working out even through COVID-19. Good luck man :)

[@rsc8828]

I’m so happy to have stumbled upon this video. After struggling 3 years in a degree that I have no passion in, I’ve decided to change to culinary management. Got an offer with 15% scholarship but trying for 25%. Please send good vibes my way. And thank you Matt for this video! Exactly what I needed to see 💜

[@matthewfrancisj]

Awwwww thank You Raisa! I so appreciate that! thank you please share the channel with your friends! I'm sending you all my positive vibes!

[@jesusisthetruth4497]

I wish you the best :)

[@moss8311]

I was stressed. I don't really have a way to culinary college and I dont have a lot of cooking talent but I know I love to do it. Watching you lit a fire in me to do more to achieve my goals. Thanks a lot!

[@matthewfrancisj]

thanks for watching! and good luck!

[@jesusisthetruth4497]

I wish you the best :)

[@sharmindamani2897]

This made me cry , so proud of you, you've squeezed every opportunity! 💓

[@matthewfrancisj]

I try my best!

[@bingboyify]

Amazing! So true. Education might not show you much difference when you just get out of school but it usually makes you jump so much higher in long term. you are not an average chef and will be so successful in the f&b industry. good luck!!

[@jesusisthetruth4497]

Aw :)

[@leratomatshego7062]

This was a really inspiring volg or short story. Every vlog I come across chefs are complaining about how hard it is. But which profession isn't. I really love this video and I just stumbled upon it 👌♥️you are a good example of what we should all aspire to be like.

[@theresacarr4523]

Proud of you Matt!

[@sofiegw3n565]

Just finishing my 8th year in the navy and when my journey ends hopfully I can join people like you and many others in ranks.

[@adamconcepcion2667]

Awesome Awesome Awesome video thank you for you're inspirational words and story! I am currently a high school senior and I too have a dream of higher education at the CIA. I have been apart of many culinary competitions during my time in high school such as Skills USA and FCCLA. I have applied to many Scholarships over the past couple of months to help make my college tuition affordable and it seems that I am going to come close to having little to no debt. It is nice to know that there are people just as excited as I am to embark into the culinary world, at the CIA!

[@lartisteautravail]

Thank you for this video! I've got student debt woes myself, and just left my job as a professor because I couldn't handle how my university was exploiting its students and its faculty financially. This is a national crisis we need to fix, but I'm glad opportunities like this exist in the meantime.

[@matthewfrancisj]

awwww thank you for watching! and I know. a ton of my friends are debilitated by debt and it's ruining our futures. I think it all needs to be cancelled or young people are never going to be able to bounce back.

[@lostimemusic1255]

I used my GI bill to pay for my culinary school in North Carolina. When I was in High School I knew that I didn't want my parents to pay for my college or to get myself stuck with the huge amount of debt. so I made it my goal to get it 100% paid by the government. I really admire your passion. The misinformation about how to finance for college in 2017 is astounding.

[@Sifezekile_N]

Thank you for the powerful advice

[@matthewfrancisj]

thank you!

[@Gibson7]

Love your story brother. Giving hope and confidence. I've been looking and researching about cooking school with no level of expertise in the field, but I really love that gut feeling of visualizing making a nice beautiful serene dish that lights, feel, and touch the soul. A dish only you can make. In need of your advice Chef

[@JaysBestDeals]

Wish I could like this video a thousand times. I loved your story, Chef!

[@marcoalvaradobravatti2366]

I see success in your smile. Great job!!!!

[@neilmunro6683]

Well, young fellow, I am truly in awe of your hard work and determination. I did my chef training in the Scottish Highlands and can say I have not reached the well-deserved outcomes you have achieved. Great presentation video!! May success be yours, in your future as YOU have truly earned it.

[@gabrielromero5671]

I’m really happy for you man. I wish i could find a way to pay these school. I dont even know if I’m eligible for a scholarship. They ask for some requirements i dont have. I am going into my final year of highschool and im mexican. I dont think my parents can pay for it since my brother is already stying abroad and i dont know if i can get a scholarship, I have mediocre grades and dont have anything to offer :(

[@lisakhoza8385]

Don't put yourself down , you will do it😊 God will make a way💖

[@matthewburton6785]

Wow my god you really inspired me to go for my degree i been cooking 12 yrs thank you for your time and the video

[@mariareynoso25]

this is great! I'm so proud of you:)

[@MatthewFJohnson777]

Thanks Maria! That's so nice of you to say! :)

[@brittney1950]

We done !! I admire your hard work and intelligence.

[@mandyhudson3384]

Great advice! I think a lot of students don't put an effort into it? It won't work. I hope you are the best chef in the world in the future!

[@matthewfrancisj]

awww thank you Mandy! luckily I've been able to do some really grea stuff over the last 4 years! I'm so glad you liked this video! if you want to see more of what I'm up to now, check out my more recent videos!

[@jesusisthetruth4497]

:)

[@heatherjohnson5612]

This was absolutely awesome. And to think I found you looking for a Lasagna noodle hack! Totally having my 14 year old watch this!!!!

[@samanthafranklyput]

This video is so well done :) stumbled on it by accident and very happy I watched. Subscribed and interested to see your other vids!

[@barbaralesko2027]

thanks Matthew, this is very interesting! you are multi-talented!

[@AmanPundir31]

Wow awesome bro and i'm also at India's culinary school. Your video actually inspired me to perform the best at the institute and also come out as the BEST.

[@matthewfrancisj]

yesssssss!

[@AmanPundir31]

@@matthewfrancisj i actually ment to type India's best culinary school

[@joellesantiago6799]

I’m a junior I’m high school and decided to take culinary in school I love it but with the corona virus I’m scared I’m gonna be behind when I apply to the CIA which I hope to do it’s a big scary change but I thank you for giving me some piece of mind

[@matthewfrancisj]

awwww. I'm sure you will be just fine! good luck!

[@FlameOn204]

good on u mate, this truly did inspire me, can i ask u some advice as i feel u'd be one of the better people that would give me actual valid advice.

[@henriquemorais6895]

You're so inspiring. Thank you

[@matthewfrancisj]

awwwww thank you henrique! I really appreciate you saying that. I've had lots of ups and downs in my life too, but I am really proud of this video, so thank you!

[@1miltond]

You Sr are really really good mi sincere respect never give up ever that is the message is better to live standing them on your knees all you life

[@janicegonzalez9464]

I only recently found out about the CIA but have forever wanted to work in something related to the food industry , coming from a low income family , the pricy culinary school seems frightening to me as a junior in highschool , i can only imagine what it would be like to attend such an amazing culinary school , while i have researched so much , i feel like i have gotten slightly discouraged from all the people saying that their are cheaper alternatives and that being a chef doesnt pay too much, honestly it would be a dream come true to be able to go to a school like this , i have researched other interests of mine and other colleges but the cost and amount of future debt kinda of scares me when many situations have occurred where people don’t even use their degrees

[@kkyynn3789]

my only worry after going to culinary school is will i be able to gain back all the fee i spent in college. it haunts me everyday that i maybe someday will fail my parents an eventually not help them financially :((. gra=eat video thank you so much! i hope i can meet you soon on the culinary world

[@matthewfrancisj]

after a few years later, I've learned a lot. My thoughts are culinary school is worth it if you want it no matter what, can afford it, know you will get scholarships for it, or if you have a guaranteed job or career lined up afterward. If you're going to go into debt for culinary school or really, any college, it's not worth it! at this moment! :)

[@malavikac3399]

I wish you a world of success and happiness ❤️😊

[@matthewfrancisj]

Thank you very much!

[@superiora1243]

We have the same Macbook and same shell cover. Great video this is what most chefs don't know. The stigmas you went over are the EXACT problem with the culinary world. Second the stereotypes of students backgrounds and familes attending the schools are dead on. For the most part students either have A LOT to worry about and struggling or school is typically optional to attend school. EDIT: I legit subscribed to your channel off this video alone.

[@bubblecrepenav1993]

Wow homeschooling and living 14 miles away from any city, a very small one, is going to ruin my dreams 👍

[@prathmeshchandwale1506]

Omg! This was truly pure filmaking and I can see you have it in you ❤️ Sr. Plz do tell me what should I go for next masters after bachelors in hotel management or culinary school in france. And pl do tell me the difference between msc and culinary schools. Searched everywhere but wasn't able to find any reliable source..

[@prathmeshchandwale1506]

Hey you haven't answered yet man

[@Rerecck]

Great mentorship U read my mind...this is motivating Congratulations to u

[@enjoyinglife3819]

I'm at a cross road here...I still need to pay the tuition for CIA, how can I pay for this?? do you have places on where I can probably get a loan? or would you please tell me how you first paid off the initial cost?

[@MyPragna]

thnx matthew this vdo ll help me

[@JuanChavez-ji9yy]

@12:10 is that asap science? wow!

[@sinistercub580]

Which is the best place to study to become chef pls help me

[@simplecooking4286]

What are the scholarships you applied for?

[@sureshsha7892]

Thank u dear chef ...ur a great pioneer in culinaryarts industry I would like to be chef ...****

[@steveedelen3251]

Great Vid man. I’m happy you made your dream come true. Slightly jealous. Just thinking about going at age 38... with no track record on paper.... I’ve been a handy man since high school graduation.... sigh.... oh well guess we are what we are. Thanks for the cool video.

[@RJAce-ql3ey]

You can do anything. Never forget that.

[@Zzed45]

can I do the competition before I go or do I have to go to the school

[@michellefucoff4631]

Amazing! GOD BLESS YOU

[@michaelfanning2383]

I have a question. So I really want to get into the CIA, my grades are where they should be but how am I supposed to do after school activities when there are no right now because of covid. Do you think the school would know I wouldn't be able to do any after school activities at the moment?

[@lilithcrow6675]

I know I'm not him but I might be able to help you. Short answer: It depends. Long answer: What grade are you in right now? If you are an underclassmen, you might be able to do some next year. If you are a senior, did you do them in the past? If you did they will take that into account. If you did not, that may be more tricky. Does your school offer any at all right now or are they all closed? Even if it's somthing small like chess club that would be better than nothing. I hope this helped!

[@lunch7213]

The Knife kit... the green lettering on your jacket, the Lodges.... Instantly knew the CIA was your school.... Lots of bad memories in the 6 AM kitchens smelling of stock

[@lolinyanko2828]

Why couldn't this video be around when I was a little freshman? Lol

[@jesusisthetruth4497]

Aw :)

[@ellalane7520]

BRO YOU WERE IN DULUTH???? IM IN SUPERIOR THATS SICK!!! I have the same dream! I want to go to the CIA in California though.

[@Chefpraneet]

Inspired

[@barnik6578]

please tell me How can I get into CIA with full scholarship ? I am from India doing my culinary bachelor degree...After doing my graduation I want to Get into CIA .. please help me .

[@moneciaclarke5346]

😭😭😭thank you...

[@matthewfrancisj]

awww. thank you for enjoying!

[@winter8518]

can international student get scholarship?

[@Rerecck]

Inspiring

[@charlottengetich4865]

Thank you for that insight. I have hopes too, I can graduate from the CIA without Debts.

[@jesusisthetruth4497]

I wish you well :)

[@lilithcrow6675]

Is scholarship.com a good resource?

[@gracedavid2650]

My mentor God bless.

[@zmirgan]

Go baby go I'd say

[@josegonzalez1770]

....ur life is a like like mine but im young but i wont let studend deths stop my dream!!!! im a 12 year old but still wont let anyone stop my dream not even my family!!!!

[@TheMabes69]

Dude...r u living in a motel?????????????

[@mattl7424]

Why would you ask out cute boys and not cute girls

[@manuelmarin9985]

He's gay

[@keveli3338]

Lol borrow money from your parents...the reason why I didn't vote for Romney haha. The rich don't understand the struggles of the average high or low class Americans, and never will because they would not even think about that kind of life...

[@MNJGaGa]

I'd love to date this guy.

[@whateverlulz9215]

He's gay

[@MNJGaGa]

@@whateverlulz9215 so am i

[@chetuwanderlust8374]

Wow