Learn what and how you want with CTY’s online courses.
The Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth’s online classes are designed to challenge and inspire academically advanced students, providing opportunities to explore beyond their traditional school curriculum.
From space colonization and crime scene investigation to creative writing and competitive math, our virtual classrooms will expand your knowledge and spark your curiosity. Led by expert instructors who are skilled at engaging bright learners, CTY offers online classes year-round so you can work at a pace that fits your schedule and learning goals.
As a CTY online student, you’ll have fun connecting with a global community of peers, exploring intriguing topics you won’t find in school, and developing new skills.
Dig Deep into Your Favorite Topics
History and Social Sciences
Discover the big ideas, bold thinkers, and complex systems that shape our world through reading, writing, simulations, and thought-provoking discussions.
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Explore powerful poetry and prose and develop your own voice and storytelling skills through creative writing, lively discussions, and thoughtful feedback.
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Sharpen your skills and build confidence while solving puzzles, exploring patterns, preparing for competitions, and tackling real-world problems in a rigorous and fun classroom.
Find CoursesRobotics and Technology
Jumpstart your path to a tech-powered future with fun challenges and hands-on projects that bring design, coding, and problem solving to life.
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Conduct experiments, design projects, test your ideas, collaborate with peers, and solve problems—with guidance from your instructor every step of the way.
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Meet our instructors
Your CTY expert instructors hail from cities and universities around the world, but they all have one thing in common: a dedication to helping our students engage and connect with advanced concepts.
I am so excited when students are able to persevere and decode a very challenging cipher in the course! I love that Cryptology teaches patience and dedication, and that mathematics is so much more than just the study of numbers and equations.
Jillian Green
Mathematics Instructor
Students are always curious and full of interesting ideas when starting their programming course. I have enjoyed teaching them the tools to help bring their ideas to life and seeing their interest continue to grow.
Eric Tsai
Computer Science Instructor
I realize that I love teaching on an almost daily basis. It comes to me in the form of a student's 'ah-ha' moment, when everything clicks and the student understands a challenging concept. I get goose bumps just thinking about it!
Yvonne Borresen
Language Arts Instructor
I love that through CTY, I get the chance to work with gifted students from all over the world. I consider it an honor to be part of their journey!
Amanda Broton
Mathematics Instructor
I love watching young writers try new things and take chances. It's especially exciting when a student starts to see revision differently–as an opportunity rather than a chore.
Elisabeth Dahl
Language Arts Instructor
I truly enjoy the creativity and enthusiasm that the students bring to their projects. The students are so tenacious and exhibit a great work ethic. Being online they need to "figure things out" on their own and they do a great job!
Krysten Hall
Computer Science Instructor
Being able to connect with my students, whether they live in New York or New Delhi, has been an unparalleled experience. I value and appreciate the ability to be able to help foster my students' growth as readers, writers, and independent thinkers.
Sasi Goldstein
Language Arts Instructor