Camp · STEM · Ages 12–16 · $1,999/week
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▌ STEM · Ages 12–16

CTY Astrophysics Course

Baltimore · $1,999/week

An intensive academic program for academically advanced students to explore astrophysics.

▌ Editor's read The Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth (CTY) website loads as a legitimate educational program. It is a university-owned program, specifically part of Johns Hopkins University, and offers both day and residential (overnight) programs, making it a hybrid program type. While the site does not explicitly state a staff-to-student ratio, it does mention that all staff undergo background checks. CTY is not listed in the ACA directory. Google reviews for 'Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth' show an average rating of 4.3 stars from over 200 reviews, with many parents praising the academic rigor and engaging curriculum. The program focuses on providing advanced academic opportunities for gifted students in various subjects, including the Astrophysics course mentioned. Social media handles found are @johnshopkinscenterfortalentedyouth on Instagram and CTY.JohnsHopkins on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 12–16

CTY Astrophysics Course 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 stem, 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
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
University program
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 12–16
  • Address: Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD
  • Phone: 410-735-6278
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: USD

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: Yes
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about CTY Astrophysics Course

What ages does CTY Astrophysics Course accept?
CTY Astrophysics Course is open to children ages 12–16. 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 CTY Astrophysics Course cost?
CTY Astrophysics Course publishes $1,999/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs CTY Astrophysics Course?
CTY Astrophysics Course 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 CTY Astrophysics Course provide lunch?
Yes — CTY Astrophysics Course 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 CTY Astrophysics Course compare to other stem camps in Baltimore?
CTY Astrophysics Course is one of 10 stem camps in Baltimore 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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