Scholarships Awarded
Members of the Mid-America Jewelers Association with retail stores in Ohio are eligible to receive annual scholarship grants provided by the Ohio Jewelers Education Foundation.
The Ohio Jewelers Education Foundation (OJEF) grants up to $1,000 for continuing education in the jewelry industry. These scholarships are aimed at improving the Ohio jewelry industry through extension courses taken by members and their employees over time to become certified jewelry experts. Applicants must be members of the Mid-America Jewelers Association.
Check back soon for 2012 rules and regulations. Application must be postmarked by June 30 of each year. Applications are processed in July and approved in August and awarded at the annual Mid-America Jewelry Show.
The Mid-America Jewelers Association understands the importance of certifications and supports members whose staff are interested in becoming certified in the profession. We encourage members to apply for assistance through one of the following sources:
