2021 Programs for International Students
Online Seminar & Discussion and Writing Programs

Interactive, Live Classes Online!
For Students in Rising Grades 6 – 8 & Grades 9 – 12
Great Books Online models university-style classrooms fostering intellectual curiousity through a warm community of students from around the world.
Our programs are led by distinguished university professors and experienced scholars from the finest educational institutions in the country. They are prize-winning authors, scholars, and teachers whose wide range of interests and backgrounds enrich each student’s experience at Great Books Online.
Great Books' curriculum is focused on building critical thinking and close reading skills. Students practice and develop their language skills, reasoning, and their ability to listen carefully and consider the views of others. Achieving this new level of thinking helps students to emerge as articulate communicators who are better prepared to thrive in increasingly competitive universities and beyond.
Get ready for 2021 enriching sessions that are packed with fun too!
2021 Programs At-a-Glance

For Middle School Students (Grades 6 - 8)
Discussion, Debate, Close Reading, Thinking, Friends, and Fun.
Each hour-long session focuses on poetry, art, or a brief selection of prose. These lively discussions model the shared inquiry seminar style used in the world’s best universities. Our warm community of intellectually curious students reinvigorates online learning with engaging conversations and energetic debate.
- Dates: 12 Sessions: Jan. 16 - April 3, 2021
- Time: Saturdays at Noon GMT (London) / 8pm CST (Beijing) / 7am Eastern (New York) for 60 minutes
- Tuition: $700 - About 20 Students per Session
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Learn to Master the Art of Well-Formed Writing.
In this writing clinic, students will learn the basic elements of grammar and style, and put that knowledge into practice. Sessions will focus on the building blocks of good writing and the process of editing and revision. Fun writing prompts and class activities will help students build confidence and fluency in grammar and writing structure.
- Dates: 6 Sessions: Jan. 16 - Feb. 20, 2021
- Time: Saturdays at 8:30am GMT (London) / 4:30pm CST (Beijing) / 3:30am Eastern (New York) for 60 minutes
- Tuition: $650 - Semi-Private with just 3-4 Students per Session
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Discussion, Debate, Close Reading, Thinking, Friends, and Fun.
Each hour-long session focuses on poetry, art, or a brief selection of prose. These lively discussions model the shared inquiry seminar style used in the world’s best universities. Our warm community of intellectually curious students reinvigorates online learning with engaging conversations and energetic debate.
- Dates: 12 Sessions: Jan. 16 - April 3, 2021
- Time: Saturdays at Noon GMT (London) / 8pm CST (Beijing) / 7am Eastern (New York) for 60 minutes
- Tuition: $700 - About 20 Students per Session
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Boost Creativity, Build Writing Skills, & Technique.
Through exploration of a range of genres, including poetry, short fiction, and creative nonfiction, students are prompted to write varied subject matter in numerous styles. Students will learn to gain control of literary devices such as metaphor, rhythm, image, and more. Energizing writing exercises help students develop their own voice, & a life-skill they will carry well into the future.
- Dates: 8 Sessions: Jan. 16 - Feb. 20, 2021
- Time: Saturdays at 10:30am GMT (London) / 6:30pm CST (Beijing) / 5:30am Eastern (New York) for 60 minutes
- Tuition: $650 - - Semi-Private with just 3-4 Students per Session
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Distinguished Faculty & Scholars - Live Classes
Our team of academic directors is the same distinguished faculty and scholars as our hallmark on-campus programs.
Our faculty hails from universities like Columbia, Harvard, Princeton, Stanford, Yale, Oxford, and Amherst. These dedicated professors and scholars challenge students to cultivate their best critical thinking skills and confidently articulate ideas in lively seminars.
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Private Classes
Enrichment that Puts Your Child First
Pod & Small Group Study or One-on-One
Open to Students in Middle & High School New and Enrolling Now! Inquire Today to Get Started.
Whether you are putting together a pod or seeking one-on-one learning, let us help you plan and create a custom class personalized just for you. Private classes put your child at the center of a powerful enrichment experience that grows crucial skills and keeps the intellectual fires burning bright. Contact us now!
Tuition & Fees
Tuition is noted above per class. There is also a single $50 per participant Registration Fee that covers any and all January 2021 classes chosen. Registration and Tuition are refundable until January 4, 2021.
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Whether you choose one, or all programs, remember spots are limited. You can reach us anytime via phone, text, email, or jumping on our website for a live chat.