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CTD Summer Programs: Introduction to Journalism

Evanston

High school students learn journalistic principles, reporting, writing, and media ethics through hands-on practice.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL, https://www.ctd.northwestern.edu/summer-programs, loads as the official website for Northwestern University's Center for Talent Development (CTD) summer programs. The 'Introduction to Journalism' program is part of CTD's offerings for academically advanced students in grades 6-12, with both commuter and residential options, indicating a hybrid program type. The website mentions that all CTD staff undergo background checks, including criminal history and sex offender registry checks. While specific Google reviews for the 'Introduction to Journalism' program were not readily available, Northwestern CTD generally receives positive feedback, with an average Google rating of 4.3 stars from over 100 reviews, often praising the academic rigor and quality of instruction. The program is run by a university, Northwestern, which is a notable strength. 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 Summer Programs: Introduction to Journalism 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
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Operator
University program
Staff-to-camper ratio
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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: Yes
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: indoor

Frequently asked about CTD Summer Programs: Introduction to Journalism

What ages does CTD Summer Programs: Introduction to Journalism accept?
CTD Summer Programs: Introduction to Journalism 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 Summer Programs: Introduction to Journalism?
CTD Summer Programs: Introduction to Journalism 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 Summer Programs: Introduction to Journalism provide lunch?
Yes — CTD Summer Programs: Introduction to Journalism includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
How does CTD Summer Programs: Introduction to Journalism compare to other academic camps in Evanston?
CTD Summer Programs: Introduction to Journalism 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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