NAJA Scholarship Application

Instappraise is proud to sponsor 2 advanced jewelry appraisal education
through the National Association of Jewelry Appraisers (NAJA)

Scholarship Information

Which scholarship are you applying to:

Scholarship #1 (Non-Member - Lessons 1 to 5)

Lesson #1 - Ethics and Standards
Lesson #2 - Value Theory, Definitions, and Principles
Lesson #3 - Appraisal Types and Appraisal Documentation
Lesson #4 - Fair Market Value (FMV) and Pertinent Tax Decisions
Lesson #5 - Narrative Appraisal Report Writing and Market Analysis

Scholarship #2 (NAJA Member - Lessons 6 to 18)

Lesson #6 - Metals and Metal Testing
Lesson #7 - Making Correct Identifications
Lesson #8 - Identifying and Dating Antique and Period Jewelry
Lesson #9 - How to Appraise Rings
Lesson #10 - How to Appraise Earrings, Necklaces, Pendants, and Neck Chains
Lesson #11 - How to Appraise Bracelets, Brooches and Beads
Lesson #12 - How to Appraise Pearls
Lesson #13 - How to Appraise Watches
Lesson #14 - How to Appraise Miscellaneous Jewelry
Lesson #15 - How to Appraise Ethnic, Religious and Fraternal Jewelry
Lesson #16 - How to Appraise Studio and Collectible Costume Jewelry, Coin Jewelry and Carvings
Lesson #17 - The Role of the Expert Witness
Lesson #18 - How to Establish an Appraisal Business

Applicant Information

Please tell us a bit about yourself:

*First Name:

*Last Name:

NAJA Member Number: (for current member)

Company Name:

City Name:

Phone Number:

Website:

*E-mail Address:

*Confirm E-mail Address:

Applicant Education:

Yes, I currently hold a Graduate Gemologist (G.G. or equivalent) degree.

I am in the process of completing a Graduate Gemologist (or equivalent) degree.

No, I do not currently hold a Graduate Gemologist (or equivalent) degree.

Please briefly describe your Gemology Education below:

Short Essay / Introduction Letter:

Attach a short essay/introduction letter (300 to 500 words) explaining the reason(s) why you would be an ideal candidate to receive an NAJA/Instappraise™ Scholarship and how it will help you achieve your current and future career goals in the jewelry industry and/or as a professional jewelry appraiser.

IMPORTANT: No handwritten essays will be accepted. (Microsoft Word or PDF documents only).

Terms and Conditions

Privacy Policy
All applicants’ information (other than the awardees/recipients) will be kept confidential and will not be disclosed by NAJA to any third parties. The applications will be seen only by NAJA’s Scholarship Advisory Board.
Awardees & Recipients Information
NAJA reserves the right to use the scholarship awardees/recipients’ name, photo and to quote applicants essay for publicity purposes. (ie: News Releases, Newsletter, etc…)
No-Discrimination Policy
Applicants will NOT be discriminated against because of race, creed, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, or disabilities.
Transfer Policy
The Instappraise™ Scholarship is not transferable and if, for any reason, the applicant cannot avail themselves of this scholarship opportunity, the second-place winner will be awarded the Instappraise™ Scholarship.
Funds & Timeline
The Instappraise™ Scholarship funds will be deposited directly to NAJA. If the recipients do not complete the Appraisal Studies Course in the allotted time, they may request a 60-day extension to be granted at the discretion of the NAJA Scholarship Advisory Board.

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