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Vinay
The AWA essay isn't about having a strong opinion — it's about dismantling an argument's logical structure in 30 minutes flat. Vinay teaches students to spot the classic GMAT reasoning flaws (correlation vs. causation, unrepresentative samples, false dichotomies) and build a critique that hits every...
Columbia University in the City of New York
Master in Public Health Administration, MPA in Developmental Practice
University of California Los Angeles
B.S. in Molecular, Cell, & Developmental Biology
Certified Tutor
14+ years
Caroline
The GMAT Analytical Writing Assessment rewards structured argumentation — identifying logical flaws in an argument and dismantling them clearly within 30 minutes. Caroline is currently earning her MBA at MIT Sloan, so she knows exactly what admissions committees expect from clear, persuasive analyti...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Washington University in St. Louis
Undergraduate degree
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Edris
The GMAT Analytical Writing Assessment asks for a tight, logical critique of an argument in 30 minutes — there's no room for rambling. Edris's economics degree from Boston College trained him to spot flawed reasoning, unsupported assumptions, and statistical misuse, which are exactly the weaknesses ...
Boston College
Bachelors, Economics, Mathematics and Biology Minor
Certified Tutor
10+ years
The GMAT Analytical Writing Assessment rewards structured, persuasive reasoning under a tight time constraint — exactly the kind of writing Jessica practiced throughout her graduate studies. She breaks down argument prompts into identifiable logical flaws and teaches a repeatable essay framework tha...
Columbia Business School
Masters, N/A
Cornell University
Bachelors, Industrial and Labor Relations
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Albert
Most GMAT test-takers underestimate the Analytical Writing Assessment because it's only one essay, but a weak AWA score can raise red flags for admissions committees. Albert approaches it as a logic exercise: he teaches students to systematically dismantle an argument's assumptions, identify evidenc...
University of California Los Angeles
Masters in Business Administration
Wuhan University
Bachelor in Arts, Broadcast Journalism
Certified Tutor
7+ years
Scoring well on the GMAT Analytical Writing Assessment comes down to producing a tightly organized critique of an argument in 30 minutes flat. Rahi, who earned a 34 ACT and has deep experience with standardized test strategy, teaches a repeatable template for identifying logical fallacies, structuri...
Princeton University
Engineer
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Rishi
The GMAT Analytical Writing Assessment rewards structured, logical arguments delivered under time pressure — exactly the kind of thinking Rishi does daily as a math and CS student at Rice. He breaks the essay task into a repeatable framework: identify the argument's assumptions, craft targeted criti...
Rice University
Engineering in Computer Science, Computer Science
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Jason
The GMAT's Analytical Writing Assessment rewards structured thinking more than fancy vocabulary — a clear thesis, logically sequenced evidence, and direct critique of the argument's assumptions. Jason unpacks each prompt by identifying the logical flaws first, then builds an outline that practically...
Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelor in Business Administration
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Brandy
GMAT Analytical Writing asks test-takers to tear apart a flawed argument in thirty minutes, which is less about writing talent and more about recognizing logical fallacies quickly. Brandy's philosophy training — including doctoral-level work in ethics and argumentation at Vanderbilt — makes her espe...
Azusa Pacific University
Bachelors, Religion, Psychology
Vanderbilt University
Doctor of Philosophy, Religion, Philosophy
Duke University
A.M. in Comparative Literature and African-American Studies
Certified Tutor
5+ years
Manuel
Scoring well on the GMAT's Analytical Writing Assessment comes down to one thing: dismantling a flawed argument with surgical precision in 30 minutes. Manuel teaches students to spot common logical fallacies — hasty generalizations, false causation, unwarranted assumptions — and organize their criti...
Princeton University
Bachelor in Arts
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Analytical Writing Assessment (AWA) is one of four sections on the GMAT, where you write one essay in 30 minutes analyzing an argument. You'll read a passage presenting a business argument, identify logical flaws or assumptions, and explain how the argument could be strengthened. This section tests your critical thinking and communication skills—qualities business schools value highly.
The AWA is scored separately on a scale of 0-6 in half-point increments, and it does not factor into your overall 200-800 GMAT score. However, business schools do review your AWA score, and a strong essay demonstrates writing clarity and analytical thinking. Most successful applicants score 4.5 or higher, so it's worth taking seriously even though it's scored independently.
Students often struggle with time management—crafting a coherent essay in just 30 minutes is tight. Many also find it difficult to identify the core logical flaws in complex business arguments, or they write responses that are too general rather than specific to the prompt. Additionally, some test-takers get anxious about the essay format, especially if they haven't written under timed conditions recently.
A tutor can teach you a structured approach to analyzing arguments quickly, help you recognize common logical fallacies (like circular reasoning or unsupported assumptions), and guide you through multiple practice essays with detailed feedback. They'll also help you develop a time-management strategy so you can brainstorm, write, and review within the 30-minute window—and build confidence for test day.
Most test-prep experts recommend writing 15-25 timed practice essays to develop fluency and identify your patterns of error. Start by writing essays untimed to focus on argument analysis, then gradually add time pressure. Working with a tutor, you can prioritize quality feedback over quantity—a few essays with detailed critique often yields better improvement than many essays without guidance.
Most students see meaningful improvement in 4-8 weeks of focused preparation, especially with personalized tutoring that targets your specific weaknesses. If you're starting from scratch or dealing with significant time-management issues, you might benefit from 8-12 weeks. The key is consistent practice with feedback—even 2-3 sessions per week with a tutor can accelerate your progress significantly.
A strong AWA essay typically follows this structure: introduction identifying the argument's main claim and your thesis, 2-3 body paragraphs each addressing a specific logical flaw or unsupported assumption with examples, and a brief conclusion. Most graders expect clear organization and specific evidence—not flowery writing. Tutors can help you develop a template that works for you, so you can focus on analysis rather than structure under time pressure.
Your tutor will likely assess your baseline by having you write a timed practice essay, then review it to identify your strengths and gaps—whether that's argument analysis, time management, or essay organization. They'll explain the AWA format and scoring criteria, discuss your target score and timeline, and create a personalized study plan. This foundation helps ensure your tutoring is focused on what will move your score the most.
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