Students looking at a white board, with one student actively writing.

SmartStart: Writing for International Students

Free summer programming to boost writing skills

SmartStart: Writing for International Students

Free summer programming to boost writing skills

Students looking at a white board, with one student actively writing.

SmartStart: Writing for International Students

Free summer programming to boost writing skills

Supports to Develop University-Level Writing

This program supports incoming international undergraduate students in becoming university-level writers prior to beginning Western University. Our staff, faculty and student volunteers will support you in achieving academic success within the program and beyond.

SmartStart: Writing for International Students is entirely free, and availble for both Main Campus and Affiliate students. Classes are taught by experienced staff and faculty.

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After completing this program, you will...

  • Be better prepared to write your first paper.
  • Understand what professors expect from your writing.
  • Have strengthened your critical thinking skills.
  • Know how to produce scholarly papers.