Need-Based Scholarships Offered by GIA Year-Round
GIA’s industry-leading and globally-recognized diploma and certificate programs educate professionals with the skills needed for success in the gem and jewelry industry.
GIA Names Sriram Natarajan Senior Vice President of Laboratory Operations
New Mineral Named in Honor of GIA Governor Dr. Barbara Dutrow
Visa Requirement
A valid student visa with GIA Hong Kong as the institute name is required for full-time On Campus programs including Graduate Gemologist, Graduate Diamonds and Graduate Colored Stones.
GIA Suspends Diamond Sealing Services
GIA Introduces Expanded Nacre Scale to All Pearl Classification Reports
Scholarships
GIA offers scholarships during two application periods each year for its gemology, jewelry, and design programs, courses, and lab classes. Apply here during the scholarship period.
Accreditation and Licensing
Admission Requirements
Gem Identification Lab Class
PEARL GRADING LAB CLASS
Learn how experts use GIA’s 7 Pearl Value Factors™ to determine the quality of Akoya, freshwater, South Sea, and Tahitian pearls.