Analytical Writing Assessment Section

The Analytical Writing Assessment (AWA) of the GMAT is designed to test your ability to think critically and to communicate your ideas.

The AWA 2 type of question: Analysis of an Issue and Analysis of an Argument. You have 30 minutes to complete each task.

The issues and arguments presented on the test concern topics of general interest related to business or a variety of other subjects. A specific knowledge of the essay topic is not necessary; only your capacity to write analytically is assessed.

Current Analytical Writing Assessment Topics
You may download the complete list of current Analytical Writing Assessment (AWA) Analysis of an Argument Topics and Analysis of an Issue Topics used during the administration of the GMAT exam.