American Gem Society (AGS) and GIA Beatrice Shipley Scholarship Application

Take the next step in your career and become a Certified Gemologist^® (CG). Apply for the American Gem Society (AGS) and GIA Beatrice Shipley Scholarship!

AGS and GIA created the Beatrice Shipley Scholarship to honor Mrs. Shipley, wife of AGS and GIA founder, Robert M. Shipley. She was a significant contributor to the history and development of both organizations as a business partner and operations manager.

This opportunity provides one candidate with a full scholarship to AGS education courses to earn their AGS Certified Gemologist (CG) title and full tuition for the GIA Graduate Gemologist Program (GG). The recipient will be selected by AGS.

Additionally, the recipient will receive a complimentary registration to Converge, September 7–10, 2025, in Carlsbad, CA. Hotel accommodations and travel not included.

To complete the application, you will need to:

Write a personal statement discussing the importance and timeline for achieving your Graduate Gemologist^® diploma and American Gem Society coursework.
Prepare a plan that shares your vision for creating a positive impact on the jewelry industry.

The application deadline is Monday, April 14, 2025. The recipient selected by AGS will be notified by Monday, April 21, 2025.

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Discuss importance and timeline for achieving your Graduate Gemologist diploma and AGS coursework.

Project Plan Upload

Beatrice Shipley left a legacy that paved the way for those passionate about gemology and the business of gemology. How do you envision the future of the jewelry industry? What can you do to help create a long-lasting positive impact?

Share your vision with us and describe how you plan to make your mark. Be creative! PowerPoints, videos, essays, and other formats are welcome. Files should be 2MB or less.

Upload your vision for creating a positive impact on the jewelry industry.

Terms and Conditions

Important Dates

The following deadlines must be met as part of the conditions of the scholarship:

Enroll in the awarded GIA education by June 30, 2025
For online GIA education courses, enroll in the first course by June 30, 2025
Complete the awarded GIA education by December 1, 2027
Complete the RJ (AGS Way Course) by February 27, 2028

Restrictions

This scholarship is non-transferable.
The complimentary registration to Converge is non-transferable, has no cash value, and is only valid during the event dates of September 7-10, 2025.

Consent Agreement

I have completed and submitted this application myself and on my own behalf. *

I consent to my name and firm being published by AGS for promotion of the scholarship. *

I consent to AGS sharing my name and contact information with GIA if selected as an award recipient. *

I attest that all statements and implications of this application are true and correct. *

I understand that a false statement may disqualify me from eligibility. *

I agree to the terms and conditions for GIA students included on GIA's website and course catalog. *

I agree to the terms and conditions of the scholarship. *

Beatrice Shipley Scholarship Application

American Gem Society (AGS) and GIA Beatrice Shipley Scholarship Application

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