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The Gemological Institute of America, also known as GIA, is a non-profit institute with headquarters located in California, United States. It was established in 1931 in Los Angeles. The institute is famous for gem identification and grading services. The GIA grants several diplomas in vocational-type programs at its Carlsbad campus and at its satellite campuses located in Culver City and New York. It also operates several international locations.
GIA’s student body is diverse and impressive. It includes many international students. There are also many student clubs and organizations on campus. The quarterly publication of GIA is called "Gems & Gemology."
The campus of Gemological Institute Of America is in Carlsbad, CA, which is a rural site not far from an urban area. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at Gemological Institute Of America include, at the school's highest level, the Bachelor's degree.
The school has a tighter focus on specific areas of study than most colleges its size. Gemological Institute Of America is known for its programs in fine arts and business and management.
Its open admissions system makes the school an attractive choice for many applicants. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
In 2007, the school had 3,268 students enrolled (1,472 full-time equivalent). A large number of students at Gemological Institute Of America are 40 years old or older.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"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."
More complete details are provided below.
Gemological Institute Of America
5345 Armada Dr
Carlsbad, CA 92008
General Phone: (760) 603-4000
http://www.gia.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 3,691 | sales, business administration |
| Fine Arts | 3,039 | metal and jewelry |
Number of programs and degrees for Gemological Institute Of America in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 6,682 | 3 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 41 | 1 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 7 | 1 |
In 2007, Gemological Institute Of America had a total enrollment of 3,268 students (1,472 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 46% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 6% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 31% |
| (Foreign Students) | 12% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 3% |
| 20-21 | 5% |
| 22-24 | 13% |
| 25-29 | 19% |
| 30-34 | 12% |
| 35-39 | 10% |
| 40-49 | 19% |
| 50-64 | 16% |
| 65+ | 1% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Carlsbad, California for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other California Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Years of College Work Before Admittance | recommended |
Financial Aid:
Gemological Institute Of America participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2231900)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 21 | 10 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 18 | $59,625 | 9 | $56,489 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 21 | $63,597 | 10 | $58,862 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
Selling Skills and Sales Operations
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Gemological Institute Of America Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| Number of students (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 8% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 14% | |
Notable:
Open admission Offers distance learning Student employment services Offers part-time study On-campus library
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