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History and Social Sciences

CTY’s rigorous online courses in economics, U.S. history and government, world history, and psychology cover material typically found in an introductory college-level course, while its courses for younger students challenge and inspire those interested in world history and geography. Our expert instructors connect with students through virtual classroom lectures, live discussions, and interactive review workshops.

The Advanced Placement courses prepare students to take the corresponding AP exam and seek college credit and/or placement. They are ideal for students seeking a preview of an upcoming AP course in school or who want to take additional AP courses outside of school. The AP courses have been reviewed by the College Board and are authorized to use its "AP" designation.

Review the academic calendar for session dates for economics, U.S. history and government, world history, geography, and psychology courses.

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Discover how schools partner with Online Programs and how some students use CTY courses to earn credit and placement with their schools.
Review the course catalog below to select a course. If you would like assistance selecting a course, please contact ctyonline@jhu.edu.

History and Social Sciences Courses

Note: Course formats are Session-based.

Courses	Format	Grades	Math/ Verbal	Eligibility Level
World History for Young Historians	Session-based	Grades 3-5	Math or Verbal	CTY
Pre-AP Geography and World History	Session-based	Grades 6-9	Math or Verbal	CTY
AP Macroeconomics (NCAA Approved)	Session-based	Grades 9-12	Math or Verbal	CTY
AP Macroeconomics (Intensive, NCAA Approved)	Session-based	Grades 9-12	Math or Verbal	Advanced CTY
AP Microeconomics (NCAA Approved)	Session-based	Grades 9-12	Math or Verbal	CTY
AP Microeconomics (Intensive, NCAA Approved)	Session-based	Grades 9-12	Math or Verbal	Advanced CTY
AP Psychology (NCAA Approved)	Session-based	Grades 9-12	Math or Verbal	CTY
AP Psychology (Intensive, NCAA Approved)	Session-based	Grades 9-12	Math or Verbal	Advanced CTY
AP US Government & Politics (NCAA Approved)	Session-based	Grades 9-12	Math or Verbal	CTY
AP US Government & Politics (Intensive, NCAA Approved)	Session-based	Grades 9-12	Math or Verbal	Advanced CTY
AP US History (NCAA Approved)	Session-based	Grades 9-12	Math or Verbal	CTY
AP US History (Intensive, NCAA Approved)	Session-based	Grades 9-12	Math or Verbal	Advanced CTY
AP World History (NCAA Approved)	Session-based	Grades 9-12	Math or Verbal	CTY
AP World History (Intensive, NCAA Approved)	Session-based	Grades 9-12	Math or Verbal	Advanced CTY

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