What ages does AP® Computer Science A accept?

AP® Computer Science A is open to children ages 13–18. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.

Who runs AP® Computer Science A?

AP® Computer Science A is operated by a university program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.

Does AP® Computer Science A provide lunch?

AP® Computer Science A does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

How does AP® Computer Science A compare to other academic camps in Evanston?

AP® Computer Science A is one of 144 academic camps in Evanston that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

▌ Academic · Ages 13–18

AP® Computer Science A

Evanston

Prepares students for the AP Computer Science A exam, covering Java programming and object-oriented design.

▌ Editor's read The Northwestern University Center for Talent Development (CTD) offers a range of summer programs, including an AP Computer Science A course, for gifted students from pre-kindergarten through grade 12. The programs are offered in residential, commuter, and online formats, indicating a hybrid program type. As part of Northwestern University, the owner type is university. The website mentions that all CTD staff undergo background checks. Social media handles found are @northwesternctd on Instagram and NorthwesternCTD on Facebook. While specific Google reviews for the 'AP Computer Science A' program are not readily available, Northwestern University generally holds a high reputation. The CTD website emphasizes a focus on academic rigor and talent development. The camp is not listed as ACA accredited.

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Who thrives here Ages 13–18

AP® Computer Science A serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in academic, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type: Day and overnight options
ACA accredited: Not verified
Established: Not listed
Operator: University program
Staff-to-camper ratio: Not listed

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Details

Category: Academic
Ages: 13–18
Address: Northwestern University, Evanston, IL 60208
Phone: 847-491-3782
Email: [email protected]

Logistics

Lunch provided: No
Transportation: No
Financial aid: No
Setting: indoor

Frequently asked about AP® Computer Science A

What ages does AP® Computer Science A accept?: AP® Computer Science A is open to children ages 13–18. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
Who runs AP® Computer Science A?: AP® Computer Science A is operated by a university program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does AP® Computer Science A provide lunch?: AP® Computer Science A does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does AP® Computer Science A compare to other academic camps in Evanston?: AP® Computer Science A is one of 144 academic camps in Evanston that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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