Courses
Write to the Top
Master the five-paragraph essay structure—the foundation of academic writing. This 8-module online course teaches critical thinking, thesis development, essay structure, and advanced writing techniques. Key resources include slide decks, quizzes, workbooks, and writing samples to elevate your skills.
Modules Overview:
- 1. Critical Thinking: Develop analytical skills for organized essays.
- 2. Thesis Development: Craft strong thesis statements.
- 3. Thesis Argument Structure: Combine statements with supporting points.
- 4. Body Paragraphs: Learn key components to advance your argument.
- 5. Sentence Balance: Use varied sentence types for engagement.
- 6. Rhetoric Devices: Master 10 tools for polished writing.
- 7. Vocabulary Building: Expand your active vocabulary.
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8. Write to the Top: Apply skills to personal statements and scholarship essays.
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Included Resources:
- Slide Decks & Workbooks
- Quizzes & Essay Outlines
- Transitional Phrases & Power Words
- Rhetoric & Vocabulary Databases
- Writing Samples & Style Analysis
Personal Statement Program
The Personal Statement Program builds on the concepts taught in the Write to the Top course, offering tools and personalized coaching to help you craft effective Personal Statements for college or scholarship applications. This program focuses on showcasing your strengths and unique qualities while advocating for yourself effectively in writing.
Program Overview:
- 1. Personal Statement Writing System Guidelines: A step-by-step guide with an interactive checklist to ensure all key elements are included in your Personal Statements.
- 2. Sample Personal Statements: Examples with detailed analysis, including the statement that secured our founder's admission to Harvard Law School.
- 3. 1:1 Coaching: Personalized feedback from a dedicated coach to refine your writing and enhance its impact.
Included Resources:
- Guidelines Document: Comprehensive instructions for crafting statements.
- Sample Personal Statements: With key takeaways and detailed analyses.
- Personalized Coaching: Tailored sessions to improve your essays.
- Checklist: Interactive tool to track essential components.
- Templates: Pre-structured outlines to simplify the writing process.
Scholarship Program
At GWA, the Scholarship Program goes beyond basic resources, providing personalized guidance to help students identify and secure scholarships that align with their backgrounds and aspirations.
Program Overview:
- 1. Complete the Write to the Top Course: Build foundational essay-writing skills to make your applications stand out.
- 2. Orientation Session: Gain insights into the scholarship process with our Scholarship Director.
- 3. Intake Questionnaire: Provide detailed personal information to help our team tailor their approach to your needs.
- 4. Getting to Know You Session: Meet with your coach and researcher for a deep dive into your unique qualities.
- 5. Targeted Scholarship Search: Receive a curated list of scholarships that match your profile.
- 6. Review and Plan Session: Work with your coach to strategize and organize your applications.
- 7. Begin Applying: Access structured guides, checklists, and additional coaching to craft persuasive applications.
Included Resources:
- Write to the Top Course: Master essay-writing basics.
- Scholarship Tracker: A tool to manage deadlines and progress.
- Customized Lists: Tailored scholarship opportunities based on your profile.
- Application Checklist: Ensure no details are overlooked.
- Coaching Packages: Optional additional support for writing impactful essays.