Admissions Academy
Expert guidance for high school students applying to university in the United States.
Tell Your Story. Get Noticed. Get In.
Program Overview
All students enroll in the four-week Core Program to craft a Personal Statement and build a strong foundation for college application success. Students then have the option to tailor their Admissions Academy experience through a variety of Enhancements to suit their unique needs.
Core Program
Writing Class: Tell Your Story What topic to write about? What are admissions counselors looking for? How do I stand out from other applicants? Students will brainstorm, develop, draft, edit, and polish their Personal Statements for the Common App, as well as learn key strategies and tips for crafting compelling personal narratives. Four (4) 90-minute sessions of live, online instruction Navigating the College Application Process How do I best support my application? What mistakes do people make on Common App? Do I need to answer the optional essays? Step-by-step instruction from an experienced college counselor on completing applications and avoiding common pitfalls. Asynchronous recording with live Q&A scheduled within class time
Price for Classes Only: $350
| 1:1 Essay Coaching |
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| Students work in live, one-on-one sessions with experienced coaches to apply what they’ve learned in the group class to revise and refine their personal statements |
| A minimum of five (5) hours of online one-on-one coaching is recommended |
Five (5) Hours of 1:1 Essay Coaching Only: $450
Additional 1:1 Essay Coaching: $100 per hour
Classes + Five Hours 1:1 Coaching: Discount Bundle Available!
Enhancements
Supplemental Essay Writing Workshops Tailored for students applying to universities with additional essay requirements (ex: Ivy League, University of California system, STEM-focused schools, common supplements) $200 for each four-hour class Individualized Tutoring Targeted assistance to enhance student applications in TOEFL, SAT, & essay writing $100 per hour University Success Classes Students prepare for a smooth transition to the US with access to asynchronous modules on topics including Navigating Visas and American Academic Culture
Students meet with a US-based college counselor for a one-hour Q&A$50 per class
“Why did I get admitted to MIT? I had the GPA and test scores, but so does everyone applying there. I think the difference was GTI’s writing class and essay coaching. It transformed how I told MY story.”
–Ahmed
MIT
Proven Results. Prestigious Acceptances.
Our students have been accepted to top U.S. universities—including MIT, Columbia, Cal Tech, NYU, Purdue,
UCLA, UC Berkeley, and more.
Global Access, Local Convenience.
GTI hosts student programs across continents and time zones, offering flexible scheduling that fits your life—wherever you are in the world.
“Admission Academy’s Writing class didn’t just get me into colleges. It made me a better writer.”
–Sara
UCLA
Application Requirements
- Currently enrolled in high school (rising grade 11 or higher)
- English proficiency minimum score requirements for international students:
- TOEFL IBT 75
- IELTS 6.0
- Duolingo 95
