Below Average

Score: 41/100

Gemological Institute of America-Carlsbad

Less than 2-Year Private Non-Profit

📍 Carlsbad, California 92008

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Rating Context: This is a specialized vocational program (less than 2-year). Our comprehensive rating system is optimized for traditional colleges and may not fully reflect the value of career-focused training programs.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (F) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 28%

Outcomes

34/100

Affordability

45/100

Resources

66/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

13/100

Quick Stats

308

Total Enrollment

28%

Graduation Rate

N/A

Retention Rate

9.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The Gemological Institute of America-Carlsbad Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $1,219,868
Avg rent near campus: $3,093/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 92057 (3.0% cap, Oceanside)

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🏆 Where Gemological Institute of America-Carlsbad Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

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Jewelry Arts

of 3 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	N/A	N/A

Financial Aid

38%

Receive Any Aid

24%

Receive Pell Grants

24%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Jewelry Arts 160 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Gemological Institute of America-Carlsbad's top programs commonly pursue.

Art, drama, and music teachers, postsecondary

$80k/yr 122,800 jobs

Jewelers and precious stone and metal workers

$49k/yr 35,100 jobs

Craft artists

$38k/yr 11,600 jobs

Student Demographics

308

Total Students

52%

Women

48%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 26%

Hispanic 11%

Black 3%

Asian 11%

Non-Resident 35%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 48%

25-64 (Adult) 52%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Gemological Institute of America-Carlsbad?

Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.

How much does it cost to attend Gemological Institute of America-Carlsbad?

Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.

What is the graduation rate at Gemological Institute of America-Carlsbad?

The graduation rate at Gemological Institute of America-Carlsbad is 28%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.

Is Gemological Institute of America-Carlsbad a good school?

Gemological Institute of America-Carlsbad has a Repit College Score of 41/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (F): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition

Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.

How many students attend Gemological Institute of America-Carlsbad?

Gemological Institute of America-Carlsbad has a total enrollment of 308 students.

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