GEMOLOGICAL INSTITUTE OF AMERICA (GIA)
- 5345 Armada Dr
- Carlsbad, CA 92008
- OPEID College Code: 02231900
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- General Phone: (760) 603-4000
- President: Donna Baker
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, Less-Than 2-Year
- Calendar System: Continuous
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Rural Fringe
- Student Enrollment: 1,343
- College Alias: GIA
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Gemological Institute of America - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Graduation Rates
- Student Services
- Employment Services Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Website
- www.gia.edu

- Mission Statement
- Established in 1931, the nonprofit Gemological Institute of America is the world's foremost authority in gemology. GIA's mission is to ensure the public trust in gems and jewelry by upholding the highest standards of integrity, academics, science and professionalism through education, research, laboratory services and instrument devlopment.
Accreditation
- Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges
- Distance Education and Training Council, Accrediting Commission
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
Gemological Institute of America Campus Map
Other Campus Locations
- Gemological Institute of America - New York
New York, NY 10016
2,438 Miles Away
- Admission Fees
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $50.00
- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 79%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 65% | 56% | - | 30% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $7,821 | $1,690 | - | $12,892 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 3.8% | 6.4% | 1.6% |
| Number in Default | 4 | 7 | 2 |
| Number in Repayment | 104 | 108 | 118 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Jewelry and Crafts
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $15,395 | $14,480 | $13,755 |
| Books and Supplies | $750 | $840 | $840 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $1,300 | $1,300 | $1,300 |
| Other Expenses | $435 | $435 | $435 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $530 | $530 | $530 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $17,880 | $17,055 | $16,330 |
| Off Campus with Family | $16,675 | $15,850 | $15,125 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jewelry and Crafts | $16,145 | 780 Contact Hours | 6 Months |
| Jewelry and Crafts | $18,680 | 781 Contact Hours | 6 Months |
| Jewelry and Crafts | $16,500 | 782 Contact Hours | 6 Months |
| Jewelry and Crafts | $13,050 | 570 Contact Hours | 4 Months |
| Jewelry and Crafts | $5,435 | 270 Contact Hours | 2 Months |
| Jewelry and Crafts | $5,630 | 210 Contact Hours | 2 Months |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
| Certificate | |
|---|---|
| Business and Marketing Studies | |
| Business Administration, Other Degree | 3 |
| Sales Degree | 2,131 |
| Visual and Performing Arts | |
| Jewelry and Crafts Degree | 1,934 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 1,343 Undergraduate: 1,343
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 504 Female: 839
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 504 Female: 839
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 128 Part-Time: 1,215
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 128 Part-Time: 1,215
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | 5 | 0.4% |
| Black | 5 | 0.4% |
| Asian | 25 | 2% |
| Hispanic | 23 | 2% |
| White | 1,030 | 77% |
| Unknown | 255 | 19% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 18-19 | 24 | 2% |
| Ages 20-21 | 50 | 4% |
| Ages 22-24 | 170 | 13% |
| Ages 25-29 | 295 | 22% |
| Ages 30-34 | 191 | 14% |
| Ages 35-39 | 150 | 11% |
| Ages 40-49 | 230 | 17% |
| Ages 50-65 | 222 | 17% |
| Age Over 65 | 11 | 0.8% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 73 | 70 | 3 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 22 | 22 | - |
| Primarily Instruction | 22 | 22 | - |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 14 | 14 | - |
| Other Professionals | 15 | 15 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 22 | 19 | 3 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 17 | 14 | 3 |
- Graduation and Retention Rates
- Percent of Students Graduating: 80%
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009