Registration for our program in Nanjing, China is now closed. There are still courses available for eligible students in our program in Monterrey, Mexico, as well as at the Civic Leadership Institute. Welcome to CTY's program in Nanjing, China—a three-week residential summer program for academically talented high school students in grades 9 and above. With its rich history and population of over 1.3 billion and growing, China offers a wealth of challenges and opportunities for CTY students to explore as we move into the global community of the 21st century. CTY Nanjing brings together students from all over the United States and the world to immerse themselves in China’s past and engage the major questions facing China today. During their time in Nanjing, students learn about China, tackle conversational Mandarin, and experience Chinese life and culture—including dining on the same food Chinese students typically eat. Throughout the process, students gain an unusual educational experience, one geared both to their high abilities and to their need for peers who share their academic abilities and their love of learning.
Capital city for the Jin, Song, Qi, Ming and other dynasties, Nanjing has played a pivotal role as a center of government and culture throughout the history of China. Nanjing is also home of the Hopkins-Nanjing Center. Since 1986, Hopkins-Nanjing Center has been educating future leaders in Sino-American relations. It has hosted visitors from Bill Clinton to Henry Kissinger to George Bush. Moreover, it has recently undergone a $19 million renovation complete with new classroom and library space and has opened up its air-conditioned educational and living facilities to CTY students.
As you read through this catalog, you will learn more about what we have to offer and how our courses can help highly able students explore their potential to the fullest. If you have already experienced our summer programs, we welcome you back—albeit this time, on the other side of the world. How to Use this Catalog
Please read carefully through each section of the catalog. You will find plenty of information about our program and answers to many questions you may have. For quick answers to specific questions, view the FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) section. Additional Opportunities for Students in Grades 10-12
In addition to our program in Nanjing, CTY offers other programs for high school students: the Civic Leadership Institute (locations in Baltimore and San Francisco), CTY’s program in Monterrey, Mexico, and CTY’s program addressing Global Issues in the 21st Century in Princeton, NJ. Applications
There are two ways to apply for this program. The first is to apply online. Please note that if you choose this option, you cannot apply for financial aid. You may also download an application form and mail or fax it to us. If you plan on applying for financial aid, you need to download a financial aid application form. The financial aid form must be included with the program application. There is limited financial aid available for CTY-Nanjing. Please refer to CTY’s financial aid policies (http://cty.jhu.edu/financial/policies.html) before applying for aid. | 
