How to Apply

  • Distance EducationEnroll online at My GIA Enroll Online OR Download the Distance
    Education application. 


    • Right click on icon above
    • Save file
    • Complete application
    • Submit to GIA Admissions
    by fax or email

  • Lab Classes Enroll online at My GIA Enroll Online OR Download the Lab Class application.


    • Right click on icon above
    • Save file
    • Complete application
    • Submit to GIA Admissions
    by fax or email
  • On Campus Download the On-Campus application.


    • Right click on icon above
    • Save file
    • Complete application
    • Submit to GIA Admissions
    by fax or email

Or call us to enroll by phone: 800 421-7250 ext. 4001, or 760-603-4001

Application Deadlines
There are no application deadlines. However, please keep the following in mind:

Distance Education Students
With GIA's eLearning format, there's no need to wait for books to arrive. Since everything is online, you can get started within 24 hours of submitting your enrollment online.

Lab Class Students
Lab classes typically reach capacity 1 to 2 months in advance, so we encourage you to apply 2 to 3 months before the start date. If a Lab class reaches capacity, you will be placed on a wait list and notified if a seat becomes available.

On-Campus Students
Although GIA holds classes year-round, on-campus programs typically reach capacity 2 to 3 months in advance, so we encourage you to apply 3 to 4 months before the start date. If a class reaches capacity, you will be placed on a wait list and notified if a seat becomes available.

Student Services

Gemological Institute of America
The Robert Mouawad Campus
Mail Stop 3
5345 Armada Drive
Carlsbad, CA 92008

Fax: 760-603-4003
Phone: 800-421-7250 ext 4001
760-603-4001

Student Resources