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▌ Academic · Ages 12–14

CTD Comparative Anatomy: Lost Animals

Evanston · ★ 2.5 (26 reviews)

Investigate extinct and endangered species through comparative anatomy for gifted students.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the Northwestern University Center for Talent Development (CTD) summer programs page, which offers a variety of academic courses for gifted students. The 'Comparative Anatomy: Lost Animals' course is specifically designed for students in grades 6-8 and is offered in both residential and commuter formats, indicating a hybrid program type. CTD is a program of Northwestern University, classifying its owner type as university. The website states that 'All CTD staff undergo background checks,' confirming a commitment to safety. While specific Google reviews for 'Comparative Anatomy: Lost Animals' were not found, Northwestern University CTD generally receives positive feedback, with a 4.6-star rating from 160 reviews on Google, often praising the academic rigor and engaging instructors. The program is not listed as ACA accredited. Social media handles found on the site are @northwesternctd for Instagram and NorthwesternCTD for Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 12–14

CTD Comparative Anatomy: Lost Animals is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. academic programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
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Operator
University program
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Details

  • Category: Academic
  • Ages: 12–14
  • 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 CTD Comparative Anatomy: Lost Animals

What ages does CTD Comparative Anatomy: Lost Animals accept?
CTD Comparative Anatomy: Lost Animals is open to children ages 12–14. 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 CTD Comparative Anatomy: Lost Animals?
CTD Comparative Anatomy: Lost Animals 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 CTD Comparative Anatomy: Lost Animals provide lunch?
CTD Comparative Anatomy: Lost Animals 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 CTD Comparative Anatomy: Lost Animals compare to other academic camps in Evanston?
CTD Comparative Anatomy: Lost Animals 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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