Important Information Regarding
Applications, Schedules and Enrollment

Please read these instructions and the degree and diploma requirements on pages 4-5 of the GIA Education Application Guide before completing the appropriate application(s).

The application guide includes a general application on pages 11-12 that all students must fill out. In addition, you must fill out the application and/or registration page(s) that relate to the program(s) you are applying and/or registering for:

• BBA application/registration form (page 13)
• On-campus registration form (page 15)
• Distance Education course and lab class registration form (page 16)

All students must declare a degree or diploma program of study on the application. This is similar to declaring a major. Simply select the school (Gemology, Business, or Jewelry Manufacturing Arts) and the degree or diploma program you intend to pursue. You can declare for multiple programs by choosing all that you intend to pursue. If you plan to take courses without completing a degree or diploma, choose "non-declare" as your program of study.

All students pursuing the Bachelor of Business Administration degree must apply for acceptance into the BBA program before registering for classes. To do so, use the form on page 13 of the application guide. We must receive all required transcripts and documents before you can be accepted into the program.

All applications must be accompanied by all required fees and documents. Applications and/or registrations without all required fees and documents cannot be processed. You will not be able to reserve space in any on-campus class, lab class, or online class until GIA has received all documents and fees required for enrollment.

Students wishing to apply for attendance at an international GIA campus should contact the appropriate international campus directly.

Dates and Deadlines

On-campus students: GIA holds classes year-round, and on-campus Gemology and Jewelry Manufacturing Arts programs typically start each month. There are no application deadlines for on-campus classes, but classes typically reach capacity months in advance. On-campus School of Business courses start four times a year. If you are applying for an on campus program or class, we encourage you to apply at least five to six months before your preferred start date. If you apply for a class that has reached capacity, you will be placed on a wait-list and notified if a change occurs and an open seat becomes available.

Distance education students: There are no application deadlines for distance education courses. Generally, you can apply, receive your materials, and start your coursework within five to seven business days.

Lab class students: There are no application deadlines for lab classes. Lab classes are scheduled in Carlsbad, New York, and Los Angeles year-round and periodically throughout the year in additional cities within the United States as well as at GIA international campuses. Lab classes typically reach capacity one to two months in advance, so we encourage you to apply for lab classes two to three months in advance. If you apply for a lab class that has reached capacity, you will be placed on a wait-list and notified if a change occurs and an open seat becomes available.

Online students: There are no application deadlines for online classes. School of Business online classes have four start dates per year and typically reach capacity one month in advance. If you apply for a class that has reached capacity, you will be placed on a wait-list and notified if a change occurs and an open seat becomes available. If demand requires it, the GIA School of Business might add classes to accommodate additional students. In these cases, wait-list students have first priority.

Registration

After filling out the general application on pages 11-12 of this guide, refer to pages 13-16 of the application guide for instructions for all School of Business, School of Gemology, and School of Jewelry Manufacturing Arts registrations.

Review pages 4-5 of this application guide for all degree and diploma requirements.

Review pages 6-9 of this guide for the schedules of student charges, payment plans for distance education courses, and cancellation and refund policies.

School of Business students: BBA students should use page 13 of this guide to register for on-campus or online courses, only upon acceptance into the program. JBM students should use page 14 of this guide to register for on-campus or online courses.

On-campus students: Use page 15 of this guide to register for the program or course you.ve selected.

Distance Education and lab class students: Use page 16 of this application guide to register for courses or classes.

Submitting Your Application

Mail: All distance education students should mail their applications to the Carlsbad campus. All on-campus students should mail their applications and documents directly to the campus they wish to attend. Lab class students should mail their applications directly to the campus they wish to attend. Applications for any lab class taking place outside of a GIA campus should be mailed to the Carlsbad campus.

Fax: All distance education students should fax their applications to the Carlsbad campus. All on-campus students should fax their applications and documents directly to the campus they wish to attend. Required documents must also be mailed.

FAX Numbers
Carlsbad (760) 603-4003
New York (212) 719-9563
Los Angeles (310) 410-4452

Online: Students can also apply online at http://www.gia.edu/applynow/.

Receipt of required documents is required for admission for on-campus programs.

Payment Methods

Credit card: You can charge application fees, confirmation deposits, and tuition to your VISA, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express account.

Check or money order: You can pay by cashier.s check or personal check. Make checks payable to GIA. Payment must be in US dollars and drawn on a US bank. Wire transfer: Call toll free 800-421-7250 ext. 4001 or 760-603-4001, or email admissions@gia.edu for details. Wire fees must be paid by the applicant.