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The deadline to apply for the Seymour & Evelyn Holtzman Bench Scholarship is June 12.
The application period for Jewelers of America’s 2025 scholarships is now open.
New York—Jewelers of America is now accepting applications for its scholarship program, as well as for the Seymour & Evelyn Holtzman Bench Scholarship, which debuted last year.
The Seymour & Evelyn Holtzman Bench Scholarship, a partnership between Jewelers of America and the Holtzmans, owners of CD Peacock in Chicago, provides tuition assistance to students enrolled in an accredited bench jeweler or metalsmith education program.
Applications for the bench scholarship are open until June 12. A committee will select the recipients that same month.
The Jewelers of America Scholarship Program is open to employees of JA member companies age 18 and older for renowned industry diploma, professional development, and certification programs.
Applications are open until Sept. 30, or until all funds are dispersed.
Scholarships can be awarded for programs and certifications from the American Gem Society, American Society of Appraisers, Diamond Council of America, Gemological Institute of America, and National Association of Jewelry Appraisers.
Applicants must have at least one year’s experience working in a JA member store and must not already be enrolled in another home study course by any of the educational providers.
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The Seymour & Evelyn Holtzman Bench Scholarship, a partnership between Jewelers of America and the Holtzmans, owners of CD Peacock in Chicago, provides tuition assistance to students enrolled in an accredited bench jeweler or metalsmith education program.
Applications for the bench scholarship are open until June 12. A committee will select the recipients that same month.
The Jewelers of America Scholarship Program is open to employees of JA member companies age 18 and older for renowned industry diploma, professional development, and certification programs.
Applications are open until Sept. 30, or until all funds are dispersed.
Scholarships can be awarded for programs and certifications from the American Gem Society, American Society of Appraisers, Diamond Council of America, Gemological Institute of America, and National Association of Jewelry Appraisers.
Applicants must have at least one year’s experience working in a JA member store and must not already be enrolled in another home study course by any of the educational providers.
Scholarships are awarded based on the availability of funds.
To ensure funds are widely distributed among members, JA said scholarships will be awarded to only one person per store, with a limit of three per membership.
Awards will be handed out during the enrollment period of May 1-Sept. 30.
“Jewelers of America is committed to the growth of the jewelry industry, and we believe in career development through education and certification to enhance the level of professionalism for jewelry professionals,” JA President and CEO David Bonaparte said.
“To better serve the industry, we strive to provide affordable options for our JA members, as well as future bench jewelers, ensuring the career pathway is an enticing one.”
For more information and to download the application, click here or contact JA Member Services at (800) 223-0673.
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