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GIA SCHOOL PROGRAMMES
Immerse yourself in the world of gems and jewellery by studying full-time on a GIA school campus.Learning in fully-equipped classrooms, you’ll practice your skills under the watchful eyes of trained professionals.
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Lab classes
GIA lab classes provide you with hands-on training using the latest gemmological equipment.
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What you'll need to study on campus in the U.S. To apply for a certificate or diploma programme at our New York campus, you will need the following:

diploma or transcript
A copy of your high school diploma, GED, college diploma or transcript showing your graduation date.
- applicants from outside the U.S.
- U.S. applicants

Identification
A copy of your passport identification page or U.S. government issued photo ID.
- applicants from outside the U.S.
- U.S. applicants

Proof of financing
Proof of financial support to cover all tuition and living expenses, following GIA admissions requirements.
- applicants from outside the U.S.

english proficiency
For classes taught in English, you must demonstrate proficiency in the spoken and written language, following GIA admissions requirements.
- applicants from outside the U.S.