The CTY difference is the type of test your child takes. These are above-grade-level tests designed for older students, and we use them to help advanced young learners gain more insight into their abilities. We recommend the Talent Search for students who have scored in the top five percent of a state or nationally normed ability test or otherwise demonstrated superior performance. Joining the CTY Talent Search opens doors to the Center's services, which for many students are foundations for future accomplishments. Challenging and inspiring courses in CTY's Summer Programs and CTYOnline are open to students who qualify based on test results. Our Family Academic Programs, open to all Talent Search students, offer seminars and learning adventures around the country. Learn more about Talent Search benefits. Talent Search is the front door to CTY's programs and services and enrolling is easy. Enroll online or by paper (traditional pdf or preferred "fillable" pdf) Look for your school code for the Talent Search application.
The Talent Search application fee is $37.
See calendar below. After enrolling in the Talent Search, you'll receive information about your choice of tests. Students in grades 7-8 can choose the SAT ($49 US), ACT ($34 US), SCAT test ($55 US) or STB test ($75 US). IMPORTANT: It is your responsibility to contact CTY at 410-735-6278 or ctyinfo@jhu.edu if you have not received your test registration information three weeks after submitting your Talent Search application. See calendar below. You will receive your scores in the mail within 3-7 weeks along with CTY's guide After the Test and information on the programs for which your child is eligible. Your school will receive your test scores from CTY in April and/or August. Students who score at or above the high honors levels will receive a Certificate of High Honors. Students in select states will be invited to a CTY Awards Ceremony where they can receive these certificates on stage. Students in other locations will receive certificates by mail. Enroll with CTY at least two months before any SAT or ACT test date. Enroll with CTY at least one month in advance to take the SCAT or STB. Students who test and earn eligible scores before February 1 enjoy a wider range of Summer Programs course options and have a better chance of receiving Summer Programs financial aid. FALL
Test options:
SAT: December 3
ACT: December 10
SCAT: You choose*
STB: You choose* | WINTER
Test options:
SAT: January 28
ACT: February 11
SCAT: You choose*
STB: You choose* | EARLY SPRING
Test options:
SAT: March 10
ACT: April 14
SCAT: You choose*
STB: You choose* | LATE SPRING
Test options:
SAT: May 5 or June 2
ACT: June 9
SCAT: You choose*
STB: You choose* |
*Students taking the SCAT or STB must test on or before June 30, 2012 and can choose a date, time, and location convenient for them. | 
