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The GWI Innovation Academy 18+
Join a class of young women just like you and learn the tools that will set you apart for career and future success -- by turning a passion into impact and bringing an entrepreneurial idea to life!
Through live, online classes, your instructor will guide you to launch your dream project, connect with peers nationwide, and gain the know-how to take charge of your future. Build an entrepreneurial mindset and graduate with a business plan, resume material, and the competitive edge to set you apart in anything you do.
Program overview
What to expect
Develop a venture idea (no idea, no problem!)
10 1-hour classes + 9 activities = a lifetime of success
Live and online - small classes led by expert instructors
Access instructors 1:1 as needed
Classes evenings / weekends (from wherever you are!)
Access all materials and class recordings online
Graduation ceremony and certificate
Why join?
Set yourself apart
Boost your confidence
Build leadership and public speaking skills
Turn your idea into a real business plan
It's flexible - attend from anywhere!
How to leverage your experience
Set yourself apart in internships and job interviews
Know the jargon of business for job success
Add to your resume and stand out
Start your own business with a critical foundation
Show your ability to get things done!
What You Learn & Create
We have created a robust and detailed program that covers a wide range of business topics and objectives.
Registration Details
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Our programs are for young women, and those who identify as young women, ages 14-24.
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Tuition is $995; Scholarship codes available.
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Select your Start Date & Time
Fill out a 3-5-minute enrollment form
Click cart - upper right-hand corner
Add your Scholarship code
Mark your calendar!
— Rachel Motley, 17. Founder, Crown Kits
“Right now I’m feeling very excited. I feel very inspired… before I didn’t know how to start my business off, so having guidance through Girls With Impact I feel very capable right now.”
— Kellie Taylor • Girls With Impact Alumni/Graduate
“The fact that I could do this program from home made it so manageable.”
Top FAQs
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Through our Impact Driven Entrepreneurship training model, you will be equipped with the skills, confidence and tools to: Investigate, ideate, innovate and ignite a venture that takes her passion and turns it into an impactful business or non-profit.
We give you a unique way to differentiate yourself, show what you've done, and stand out from the crowd.
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Who are the programs for?
Our programs are for girls, and those who identify as girls, in ages 14-24. Students from anywhere in the world may join our program, although class times are based on eastern time zones in the USA.
How long is the academy program?
The live, online academy program consists of 8 live classes. There is a 1-class orientation in advance of the program, taking the total length of the program to 10-weeks.
Our summer live, online academy is 5 weeks (1 week orientation plus 8 classes over 5 weeks.
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Do you charge tuition?
Yes. Just as with the YWCA, swimming or other programs, it helps cover our professional coaches, technology, platform, curriculum, start-up kits and more.
Tuition fees are on a sliding scale, up to $995, based on financial need. This equates to about $30 per hour for the orientation, 8-week Academy, mentoring and review and in-person graduation. All course materials are included in this fee.
This program is worth substantially more for the education, network and business/venture development as well as the increased likelihood of scholarships and job earnings. Our program has been valued at $2,000.
Do you offer financial aid?
Financial aid is offered to students in the USA from low-moderate income households.
If you meet our financial aid requirements you will be awarded a funded / part funded place.
Please see here for our financial aid process.
Please indicate your need for financial aid by emailing ops@girlswithimpact.com.
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