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▌ Academic · Ages 9–10

Comic Book Characters AM

Evanston · $700/week · ★ 2.5 (26 reviews)

A morning academic program for young students to explore the creation and storytelling of comic book characters.

▌ Editor's read The provided website, https://www.ctd.northwestern.edu/summer-programs, loads successfully and is the official site for Northwestern University's Center for Talent Development (CTD) summer programs. The 'Comic Book Characters AM' program is a day camp offered for academically advanced students, focusing on creative writing and character development within the comic book genre. The CTD is a university-owned entity. While specific Google reviews for 'Comic Book Characters AM' are not readily available, Northwestern CTD generally receives positive feedback, with a 4.6-star rating from 100+ reviews on Google, often praising the academic rigor and engaging instructors. The website states that all staff undergo background checks and that a nurse is on-site for health and safety. The program is not listed as ACA accredited. Social media handles found are @northwesternctd on Instagram and NorthwesternCTD on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 9–10

Comic Book Characters AM sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right academic fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
University program
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Academic
  • Ages: 9–10
  • Address: Northwestern University, Evanston, IL
  • Phone: 847-491-3782
  • Email: [email protected]

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Comic Book Characters AM

What ages does Comic Book Characters AM accept?
Comic Book Characters AM is open to children ages 9–10. 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.
How much does Comic Book Characters AM cost?
Comic Book Characters AM publishes $700/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs Comic Book Characters AM?
Comic Book Characters AM 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 Comic Book Characters AM provide lunch?
Comic Book Characters AM 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 Comic Book Characters AM compare to other academic camps in Evanston?
Comic Book Characters AM 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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