Northwestern University Center for Talent Development
Whitney M. Young Magnet High School, 617 Dartmouth Place, Evanston, IL 60208
About
Northwestern University Center for Talent Development offers Academic Summer Day Camps at Chicago area sites with 1-week enrichment courses and half-day or all-day options. It also offers Academic Summer Day and Residential Camps with 3-week high school honors, AP, or college-level and pre-professional courses, plus enrichment and credit-bearing options. The program also includes Summer Online Programs with enrichment courses in STEM and writing for students and families, along with enrichment, accelerated, and credit-bearing options, including honors and Advanced Placement courses.
Programs
- Academic Summer Day Camps at Chicago Area Sites — Pre K - Grade 5 · 1-week enrichment courses; half-day (am/pm) or all-day courses are available.
- Academic Summer Day and Residential Camps at Northwestern University — Grades 6-12 · 3-week high school honors, AP, or college-level and pre-professional courses; enrichment and credit-bearing options.
- Summer Online Programs — PreK - Grade 6 · Enrichment courses in a variety of subject areas, including STEM and writing, for students and families.
- Summer Online Programs — Grades 7-12 · Enrichment and accelerated, credit-bearing options, including honors and Advanced Placement courses.
At a glance
- Ages: 4–18 years old
- General schedule: Summer programs.
About the provider
Northwestern University Center for Talent Development has operated since 1982 and has over 40 years of experience. CTD has been accredited through Cognia® as a Nonpublic-Supplementary school since April 1, 1994, and its mission is developing children's talents through unique and challenging academic programs.
What families say
“I’d recommend CTD to anyone. It’s challenging, exciting, fun, and different from any experience I ever had in school or at another summer camp. CTD has given me lifelong skills, knowledge, and friendships.” — CTD Alum
“With three kids, it can be hard to find a program that is right for all their different needs. I found it all at CTD.” — CTD Parent
“Attending CTD classes is about trying new things and getting inspiration for what my career might be someday....CTD has taught me that the world is wide open.” — CTD Student
Last updated August 25, 2026.
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