Is Gemological Institute of America-Carlsbad worth it?
Gemological Institute of America-Carlsbad is a private nonprofit, less-than-two-year institution in Carlsbad, California (midsize city), part of the Gemological Institute of America system. It awarded 160 certificates in 2024, most often in jewelry arts.
Gemological Institute of America-Carlsbad is part of Gemological Institute of America
Employer, job title and found-employed figures are reported for the whole system, not for this campus. Federal data on this page is for this campus only.
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Federal context for Gemological Institute of America-Carlsbad
Published by the federal government for federally aided students. It does not say which employers hire graduates.
Median earnings 1 year after
$36,564
Median earnings 4 years after
$41,390
Median earnings 10 years after
$42,588
Average net price
$30,055
Completion rate
91%
Completions (2024)
160
Years to pay back
2.9 years
Students (undergrad)
186
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fine and Studio Arts | Undergraduate certificate | $36,639 | $41,627 | 62 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Jewelry Arts | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 113 |
| Jewelry Arts | Certificate under 12 weeks | 47 |
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Sources: federal figures for Gemological Institute of America-Carlsbad. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for California. Counts under 10 are not published.
Updated September 18, 2026 · Methodology · Report a problem with this page