Campus Overview

GIA’s New York campus is a state-of-the-art facility in the International Gem Tower – right in the heart of the famed Diamond District. The campus is feet away from thousands of businesses devoted to jewelry. New York is also the gateway to the world’s largest consumer diamond market, and the vast majority of diamonds entering the United States pass through it. Jewelry is New York’s third largest industry. And GIA is in the middle of it all.
20k
SQUARE FEET FOR GIA EDUCATION
90%
OF DIAMONDS IN THE U.S. PASS THRU NYC
2,600
JEWELERS IN DIAMOND DISTRICT
New York is a unique city. It’s one of the world'’s media, financial, entertainment, and fashion capitals. It’s home to the iconic landmarks like Wall Street and the Statue of Liberty, and to edgy artist enclaves like the East Village. And it’s where thousands come with dreams of success. Whatever you’re looking for, you’ll find the best of it in New York - and the endless opportunities that come from being at the crossroads of culture and commerce.

LAB CLASSES

Colored Stone Grading

Gain hands-on practice using gemstones and explore grading a range of colored stones.

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Diamond Grading

Explore how to grade diamonds consistently and accurately.

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Gem Identification

Practice procedures and skills to identify a wide range of natural, synthetic and imitation gemstones.

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Pearl Grading

Gain hands-on training and practice testing pearls for authenticity and post-harvest treatments.

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Programs & Certificates Offered at the New York Campus

Graduate Gemologist
GG
Graduate Gemologist®

Earn the industry’s most prestigious credential.

 

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graduate diamonds
GD
Graduate Diamonds

Learn to speak the language of diamonds and embark on an exciting career path.

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Graduate Colored Stones
GCS
Graduate Colored Stones

Immerse yourself in a world of color and be prepared to seize a spectrum of opportunities.
 

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Jewelry Design & Technology
JDT
Jewelry Design & Technology

Develop design and manufacturing skills using the best of traditional and cutting-edge techniques.

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jewelry design
JD
Jewelry Design

Learn the craft of translating your ideas into stunning gem and jewelry illustrations.


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Comprehensive CAD/CAM for Jewelry
CCC
Comprehensive CAD/CAM for Jewelry

Elevate your artistry by learning how to use CAD/CAM software to design jewelry.

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