GIA Scholarships
GIA offers many opportunities for students to receive a scholarship. Scholarship offerings are made available to assist eligible students in reducing their financial burden and focusing on completing their chosen credentials for those who qualify.
MERIT-BASED SCHOLARSHIPS
Merit-based scholarships are competitive and ranked based on the answers submitted and reference letters in the application. The application period to apply for these scholarships is open for one month, twice a year. Awards are based on the overall application score. Scholarship recipients can only receive one scholarship award per year.
NEEDS-BASED SCHOLARSHIPS
These scholarships are available year-round. A scholarship application is not required; however, you will be required to complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) application and/or provide proof of eligibility. If eligible, our Financial Assistance team will assist with awarding.
Scholarship Application Periods
Fall Application Cycle
September 1 - September 30
For programs/courses that begin from January 1 to June 30 of the following year
Spring Application Cycle
- March 1 - March 31
- For programs/courses that begin from July 1 to December 31 of the current year
Eligibility
U.S. Citizens and U.S. Permanent residents
- On-campus programs at GIA Carlsbad or New York Campuses
- Gemology Lab Classes at GIA Carlsbad or New York Campuses
- Online Courses
GIA staff and their immediate family members are not eligible for the GIA scholarship awards.
Non-U.S. Citizens with a country of residency outside the U.S.
- On-campus programs at GIA Carlsbad, New York, Hong Kong, London, India, Taiwan, Thailand Campuses
- Lab Classes at GIA Carlsbad, New York, Hong Kong, London, India, Taiwan, Thailand Campuses
- Online Courses
To Apply
Complete one online application through the GIA application portal to be considered for all available scholarships . Answer all questions, including the short essay answers, and attach the required reference letter.
Applicants must specify the study method (on-campus, lab class, or online course) and indicate the program of study they intend to pursue. Learning preferences will be taken into account during the scholarship award selection process.
Applicants must transparently disclose any business connections with GIA, including any client relationships with the GIA Laboratory.
Technical assistance will be available during normal U.S. business hours (PST) for applicants experiencing technical issues. For Technical Support, submit your form through https://www.gia.edu/education-support
Scholarship applications must be submitted by the specified application deadline. No deadline extensions will be granted.
Please note
Submitting multiple forms will cause a delay in response time.
Submitting more than one application will result in application rejection for the application period.
Additional Assistance
If you require assistance or have inquiries, contact us at scholarship@gia.edu or call +1 760 603 4131.
To facilitate effective communication and support, please provide the following information:
- Full Name
- Student ID Number (if applicable)
- Brief message about your inquiry
