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The campus of Gemological Institute Of America is in Carlsbad, California, 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 Associate'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.
Admission at the school is selective, not open to all who apply. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
In 2005, the school had 3,478 students enrolled (1,608 full-time equivalent). A large number of students at Gemological Institute Of America are 40 years old or older.
A lot of students at the school attend part-time.
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
Financial Aid Phone: (760) 603-4005
http://www.gia.edu
Gemological Institute Of America awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 3,222 | sales, business administration |
| Fine Arts | 2,343 | metal and jewelry |
Number of programs and degrees for Gemological Institute Of America in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 5,502 | 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 | 22 | 1 |
In 2005, Gemological Institute Of America had a total enrollment of 3,478 students (1,608 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 32% |
| Women | 68% |
| Full-Time | 16% |
| Part-Time | 84% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 46% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 4% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 34% |
| (Foreign Students) | 13% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 3% |
| 20-21 | 5% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 14% |
| 30-34 | 12% |
| 35-39 | 10% |
| 40-49 | 20% |
| 50-64 | 14% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| California | 23% |
| New York | 9% |
| Florida | 5% |
| Texas | 4% |
| Virginia | 3% |
| Pennsylvania | 3% |
| Washington | 3% |
| Illinois | 3% |
| Michigan | 2% |
| Georgia | 2% |
| Arizona | 2% |
| Missouri | 2% |
| Ohio | 2% |
| Colorado | 2% |
| Minnesota | 2% |
| Massachusetts | 2% |
| New Jersey | 2% |
| Indiana | 1% |
| Wisconsin | 1% |
| New Hampshire | 1% |
| Tennessee | 1% |
| Maryland | 1% |
| Louisiana | 1% |
| Nevada | 1% |
| Foreign countries | 1% |
| Kentucky | 1% |
| Utah | 1% |
| Connecticut | 1% |
| Oregon | 1% |
| Hawaii | 1% |
| Mississippi | 1% |
| Oklahoma | 1% |
| North Carolina | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 95 % |
| Part-Time | 95 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Carlsbad, California for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,446 | 1,446 | 100% | 1,446 | 100% |
| Men | 469 | 469 | 100% | 469 | 100% |
| Women | 977 | 977 | 100% | 977 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Financial Aid:
Gemological Institute Of America participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2231900)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (760) 603-4005
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Gemological Institute Of America Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
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