GIA Carlsbad – a place for learning, discovery and expansion – a place for you.
Welcome to Carlsbad, California – one of the most beautiful “gems” of the west coast– less than a mile from the Pacific Ocean, and a half-hour from San Diego.
You won’t find a more beautiful backdrop in which to expand your career in Gemology, Jewelry Manufacturing Arts, or Business.
Learn in the Heart of it All
Since our Robert Mouawad Campus is located at GIA World Headquarters in Carlsbad, you’ll be learning in the heart of it all. You’ll have instant access to the industry’s most respected gem and jewelry authorities – and you’ll take advantage of all that a prestigious GIA education has to offer:
• Classrooms specifically designed for learning gemology, jewelry design, and jewelry manufacturing arts – equipped with the latest professional instruments, tools, and equipment
• World-renowned diploma programs that deliver in-demand skills and the most respected credentials in the jewelry industry
• Expert instruction, mentoring, and support from faculty with extensive industry experience
• An extraordinary network of top industry professionals as well as future industry leaders – your peers
• The world’s largest gem and jewelry library
• Fully-equipped computer lab with internet access
• An international student body
• A community of over 100,000 GIA graduates worldwide
A Faculty and Staff Devoted to Your Success
At GIA, everyone is a champion for your education and your success. We offer a variety of student services so that you can focus on your learning:
• Housing services – we connect students from around the world with local housing.
• Financing – Federal as well as alternative financial assistance is available for most of our campus programs. Our expert staff can find the best financial solutions for you and assist you with securing the right options.
• Career planning – we’ll walk with you through the career-search process. We can assist you in writing a resume, finding jewelry industry careers, or fine-tuning your interviewing skills.
Convenient Registration that Works for You
As soon as you register, your expansion begins, and registration couldn’t be easier. You can register online or contact the admissions office. Classes begin year round, which means you can start learning – and growing - almost immediately. You can also download a free course catalog.
Your Invitation
This is your opportunity to learn in the heart of it all – Carlsbad – a place for you to discover and create in a space that’s alive and supports your ambitions. You’ll get a world-class education in a world-class environment. We invite you to register today.
Need to See It to Believe It?
We encourage you to visit the campus, meet the faculty, talk to students, and discover all the great things a GIA education has to offer. To arrange a tour, send us an e-mail or call: 800-421-7250 ext. 4116 or 760-603-4116.
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