Gemological Institute of America-Carlsbad
Gemological Institute of America-Carlsbad is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Carlsbad, CA. It offers 2 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (4/1/1973 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Gemological Institute of America-Carlsbad is Metal and Jewelry Arts and the 2024 tuition and fees is $23,453. Its tuition is higher than the national average of Metal and Jewelry Arts programs ($19,581). The length of the program is 780 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 7 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Gemological Institute of America-Carlsbad.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Metal and Jewelry Arts | $23,453 | $3,298 | 780 Hours | 7 Months | $19,581 |
| 2 | Metal and Jewelry Arts | $6,656 | $502 | 210 Hours | 2 Months | $19,581 |
| 3 | Metal and Jewelry Arts | $16,796 | $2,796 | 570 Hours | 4 Months | $19,581 |
| 4 | Metal and Jewelry Arts | $22,868 | $2,405 | 781 Hours | 6 Months | $19,581 |
| 5 | Metal and Jewelry Arts | $22,794 | $1,478 | 782 Hours | 6 Months | $19,581 |
| 6 | Metal and Jewelry Arts | $7,889 | $510 | 270 Hours | 2 Months | $19,581 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 154 students attended Gemological Institute of America-Carlsbad in the academic year 2023-2024. There are 27 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 6 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 117 (full-time) and 1 (part-time).
| Student Population | 154 |
|---|---|
| Number of Faculty | 27 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 6 to 1 |
2024 Costs of Attendance
The 2024 tuition & fees of Gemological Institute of America-Carlsbad is $23,453
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
50% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $6,988 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $23,453 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $3,298 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $11,804 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $10,465 |
| Average Financial Amount | $6,988 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Gemological Institute of America-Carlsbad offers 2 career programs for Less than 12-Weeks Certificate, Less than 1-Year Certificate. The next table lists number of programs by offered program and online availability along with number of completers by certificate programs. Last year, 119 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 12-Weeks Certificate | 1 | 0 | 18 |
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 1 | 0 | 101 |
| Total | 2 | 0 | 119 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Gemological Institute of America-Carlsbad are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 119 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 18 students have earned/completed Less than 12-Weeks Certificate program.
- 101 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Visual and Performing Arts | ✕ | 18 completers |
| Metal and Jewelry Arts | ✕ | 18 |
| Total | 18 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Visual and Performing Arts | ✕ | 101 completers |
| Metal and Jewelry Arts | ✕ | 101 |
| Total | 101 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2022-2023, total 154 students have enrolled into Gemological Institute of America-Carlsbad. By gender, 70 male and 84 female students are attending the school.
There are 30 White (19.48%), 5 Black/African American (3.25%), 15 Hispanic (9.74%), 16 Asian (10.39%), and 103 students with other races. 64 students are enrolled with non-resident alien status.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 154 | 70 | 84 |
| American Indian/Native American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asian | 16 | 5 | 11 |
| Black/African American | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Hispanic | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 30 | 10 | 20 |
| Two More | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Un-Known | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Non-resident Alien | 64 | 31 | 33 |
Directory Information
- 5345 Armada Dr, Carlsbad, CA
- 760-603-4000
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information