<p>im a junior in high school but ive been in the Center for Talented Youth Program since 7th grade . I just attended my first CTY seminar at Columbia University like last weekend.
But does being in CTY give you a better chance of getting into John Hopkins University?</p>
<p>It probably helps you a little bit with any university, but it’s not going to be a major factor in any decision.</p>
<p>Qualifying for CTY (ie taking the SAT in 7th grade and getting a good score) probably means nothing at all on a college application (and I wouldn’t even recommend listing it on your resume), but participating in the CTY summer programs, especially the ones in high school, would be worth listing on a resume because it shows an interest and passion in whatever academic field. See my post [url=<a href=“http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/1066132008-post3.html]here[/url”>http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/1066132008-post3.html]here[/url</a>].</p>
<p>Also, FYI, it’s Johns Hopkins</p>
<p>As someone who did the CTY for six years in a row, I think it means something when applying to JHU. You’ve already proven to yourself by their standards that you’re gifted, you’re committed to learning and the college, and most importantly your parents have given the school and the program thousands of dollars already. I think it’s a part of what got me in.</p>
<p>I believe the Hopkins application includes a question that asks whether you’ve participated in CTY.</p>
<p>My friend did the CTY program for 4 years, had higher stats than me but didn’t get in, so I really think its a pretty minor part of the application. If you have the money, it may be wprth it, if not, dont sweat.</p>