Gain an Edge Summer Program Application

Application Instructions:

The “Gain an Edge” summer program is geared for high school students that intend to pursue an undergraduate (Associate or Bachelor’s) college-level degree. This program builds skills in areas that are critical for success in college as well as in the job market. To be considered for this program you must be at least a rising sophomore in high school. Students that don’t fall into this category will be considered on a case-by-case basis (e.g., college freshman, those looking to go back to college, etc.). Unofficial transcripts must be emailed to gwgainanedge@gwu.edu with the applicant's name in the subject line. Please see your guidance counselor as to how to obtain your unofficial transcript.

Application Deadline:

Monday, May 26, 2025 at 11:59 PM ET

Student Information

First Name

Last Name

Gender

Male

Female

Other

Prefer not to answer

Ethnicity

Date of Birth

Address

Phone Number

Name of High School/College

Current GPA

Program Structure

I confirm that I have access to a working computer and a reliable internet connection, and am available to participate in this program asynchronously over four weeks.

Essay Questions

Please answer the following three essay questions.

1. What interests you about this program? (maximum 125 words)

2. What educational program do you plan to pursue and why? (maximum 125 words)

3. What is an area that you feel that you need to improve upon to enhance your ability to succeed as you advance your education? (maximum 125 words)

Financial Assistance

Students who qualify for financial assistance will have their registration fee waived.

Please be aware that misrepresenting yourself will lead to loss of aid.

Any individual who comes from a family with an annual income below a level based on low-income thresholds established by the U.S. Census Bureau, adjusted annually for changes in the Consumer Price Index, is considered economically disadvantaged and may quality for assistance. Please refer to the U.S. Census Bureau (see 2024 file) for more clarity on low income levels.

I am economically disadvantaged

Tell Us Why?

If you selected yes to the above statement, please describe why you are requesting financial assistance for this program (maximum 150 words) AND submit documented verification (IRS tax forms from the previous year AND, if applicable, public assistance documentation) to gwgainanedge@gwu.edu.

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