What ages does CTD Graphic Design Challenge accept?

CTD Graphic Design Challenge 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 CTD Graphic Design Challenge?

CTD Graphic Design Challenge 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 Graphic Design Challenge provide lunch?

CTD Graphic Design Challenge 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 Graphic Design Challenge compare to other academic camps in Evanston?

CTD Graphic Design Challenge 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

CTD Graphic Design Challenge

Evanston

A Northwestern University Center for Talent Development program for academically advanced students to explore graphic

▌ Editor's read The provided website, https://www.ctd.northwestern.edu/summer-programs, loads successfully and details summer programs offered by Northwestern University's Center for Talent Development (CTD). The 'Graphic Design Challenge' is listed as a day program for students in grades 6-8, focusing on design principles and software like Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. The CTD website mentions that staff undergo background checks and receive training in youth development and safety. While specific Google reviews for the 'Graphic Design Challenge' itself are not readily available, Northwestern CTD generally has a positive reputation, with Google reviews for Northwestern University averaging 4.6 stars from over 10,000 reviews. The program is not accredited by the ACA. Social media handles found on the site include @northwesternctd for Instagram and NorthwesternCTD for Facebook.

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Who thrives here Ages 13–18

CTD Graphic Design Challenge 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: mixed

Frequently asked about CTD Graphic Design Challenge

What ages does CTD Graphic Design Challenge accept?: CTD Graphic Design Challenge 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 CTD Graphic Design Challenge?: CTD Graphic Design Challenge 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 Graphic Design Challenge provide lunch?: CTD Graphic Design Challenge 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 Graphic Design Challenge compare to other academic camps in Evanston?: CTD Graphic Design Challenge 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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