On-Campus Summer Programs

• Will vaccines be required at CTY sites this summer?
  Yes. Students and staff must be fully vaccinated—which means they must be up-to-date on CDC-recommended boosters—unless they have an approved medical or religious exemption.
• If I enroll my child in an on-campus summer course, and CTY cancels the course or program, will I get a refund?
  Yes. If we cancel a program, course, or site for any reason prior to the start of the course, we will refund all non-application tuition and fees.
• If my child gets COVID-19 during the program and is sent home, will we get a refund?
  Yes. We are taking every step to ensure all students stay safe and healthy during our on-campus programs. If a student must leave campus because of COVID-19-related quarantine or isolation, the family will be entitled to a prorated tuition refund under our medical withdrawal policy.
• Will there be COVID-19 testing at summer sites?
  Yes. Students and staff who exhibit symptoms of COVID-19 will be tested, regardless of vaccination status. Unvaccinated individuals (those with medical or religious exemptions to vaccination) who are asymptomatic will be tested twice a week. Whether and how often vaccinated, asymptomatic students and staff are tested will be based on COVID-19 metrics at the time of the program. Check back in late-May for more details.
• What are your mask requirements for on-campus students and staff?
  We will follow Johns Hopkins University masking guidelines that are in place at the time of the session, or host institution requirements, whichever are stricter. We will notify families of enrolled students about any requirements before their program begins. Regardless of requirements, kids will have fun, supervised time outside during the day. And if mask requirements are lifted, we’ll make sure students who still wish to wear a mask feel comfortable doing so.
• I’m worried my child won’t have any fun at CTY. Will they?
  Absolutely! We hear your concerns that possible COVID-19 protocols like masks may keep kids from being able to interact and have fun. Our programs are always designed to give students an unforgettable experience, one where they learn and have fun inside and outside the classroom with other curious kids who share their interests. We’re already planning lots of outdoor activities to keep kids happy and engaged this summer while attending our programs.

View up-to-date information about our plans for health and safety on campus this summer.