CTY Prep Workshop
Welcome to our CTY Prep Workshop! We are dedicated to empowering gifted students to successfully navigate the Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth (CTY) application process and thrive in its uniquely challenging and enriching academic programs. Our comprehensive services are tailored to unlock your child’s potential and prepare them for the rigorous, fast-paced learning environment that CTY offers, both online and on-site.
Core Services
This section outlines our foundational services designed to assess your child’s readiness and provide targeted preparation for CTY’s demanding academic environment. Each service is crafted to build essential skills and knowledge for success.
1. CTY Profile & Diagnostic Assessment
A comprehensive evaluation of the student’s current academic standing, critical thinking abilities, and learning style, specifically benchmarked against CTY admission standards.
Price: ¥3500
Description: A comprehensive evaluation of the student’s current academic standing, critical thinking abilities, and learning style, specifically benchmarked against CTY admission standards (e.g., SCAT, STB, PSAT, SAT, ACT requirements where applicable). We also assess readiness for CTY’s advanced curriculum.
Key Focus:
- Identifying strengths and areas for improvement relevant to CTY-accepted standardized tests.
- Understanding the student’s aptitude for fast-paced, in-depth learning.
Duration: 2.5 hours (including parent debrief)
Format: Online or in-person
2. Individualized CTY Pathway Plan
Based on the diagnostic assessment, we craft a customized roadmap including targeted test preparation strategies and recommended CTY courses.
Price: Included in Diagnostic Assessment or as part of a package
Description: Based on the diagnostic assessment, we craft a customized roadmap. This includes targeted test preparation strategies, recommended CTY subject areas/courses aligned with the student’s interests and assessed abilities, and a timeline for application and preparation.
Key Focus:
- Selecting appropriate CTY qualifying tests.
- Guidance on CTY course selection strategy post-acceptance.
Duration: Delivered within 5-7 business days after the assessment
3a. One-on-One Tutoring Sessions
Personalized instruction focusing on specific CTY qualifying tests (e.g., SCAT, STB), covering reasoning skills and test-taking strategies.
Price: ¥1500/hour
Description: Personalized instruction focusing on the specific CTY qualifying tests (e.g., SCAT, STB). Sessions cover quantitative reasoning, verbal reasoning, and spatial reasoning (as applicable), emphasizing problem-solving skills and test-taking strategies crucial for CTY.
Subject Areas: Quantitative (Math), Verbal (Reading/Writing)
Duration: 1.5 or 2 hours per session (flexible)
Format: Online or in-person
3b. Group Workshops: CTY Test Strategies & Skills
Intensive group sessions covering CTY test analysis, advanced problem solving, and timed mock tests with reviews.
Price: ¥800/hour/person
Description: Intensive group sessions covering: 1. CTY Test Deep Dive: Detailed analysis of SCAT/STB question types, scoring, and effective strategies. 2. Advanced Problem Solving: Techniques for tackling complex quantitative and verbal reasoning problems. 3. Timed Mock Tests & Review: Simulated test environment with detailed review and feedback.
Duration: 2 hours per session
Format: Online or in-person
4. CTY Classroom Success Workshop
This unique workshop prepares students for the dynamic CTY learning environment, focusing on skills essential for excelling in CTY courses.
Price: ¥900/hour/person
Description: This unique workshop prepares students for the dynamic and demanding CTY learning environment. It focuses on skills essential for excelling in CTY courses, whether online or residential.
Topics Covered:
- Critical Thinking & Analytical Skills Development
- Effective Note-Taking for Advanced Content
- Time Management & Project Organization in a Fast-Paced Setting
- Collaborative Learning & Communication Skills (for applicable CTY formats)
- Navigating CTY Online Platforms and Resources
Duration: 2 hours per session, can be a series
Format: Online
Service Packages
Explore our comprehensive packages that bundle services for a more holistic and cost-effective approach to CTY preparation. These packages are designed to provide end-to-end support for your child’s CTY journey.
1. CTY Application Navigator Plan
Comprehensive guidance focused solely on the CTY application process, ideal for students confident in their academics but needing strategic application support.
Price: ¥30,000
Description: Comprehensive guidance and support focused solely on the CTY application process. Ideal for students confident in their academic abilities but seeking expert assistance with application strategy, essay writing (if applicable), and execution.
Includes:
- Initial consultation and CTY readiness assessment (1.5 hours)
- CTY program and qualifying test selection strategy session (1 hour)
- Application form guidance, review, and essay brainstorming/editing support (if applicable) (Up to 3 hours)
- Final application review and submission guidance (1 hour)
- Post-submission follow-up & waitlist strategy (if needed, within the application cycle)
- F1 US Visa application guidance (¥2000/person if parents need B1/B2 visa assistance)
Duration: Flexible, typically spread over 4-6 weeks
Format: Online or in-person
2. CTY Elite Accelerator Package
Our premier, all-inclusive program combining intensive test prep, application assistance, and CTY classroom success skills for top-tier CTY programs.
Price: ¥80,000
Description: Our premier, all-inclusive program combining intensive, personalized test preparation with comprehensive application assistance and CTY classroom success skills. Designed for students aiming for top-tier CTY programs and seeking the highest level of holistic support.
Includes:
- All components of the CTY Application Navigator Plan
- Personalized CTY Pathway Plan
- Test Preparation Options (Choose one):
- 40 hours of One-on-One CTY Test Preparation Tutoring
- OR 60 hours of Group CTY Test Strategy Workshops (can be a mix with some 1-on-1)
- Customized study materials and full-length CTY mock practice tests
- CTY Classroom Success Workshop (4 hours total, can be split)
- Weekly progress reports and strategy adjustments
- Post-test debrief, CTY course selection guidance, and future academic planning session
Duration: Flexible, typically 3-6 months based on student needs and test dates
Format: Combination of online and in-person sessions
Why Choose Us?
Discover the advantages of partnering with us for your child’s CTY preparation. Our unique approach and dedicated experts set us apart.
CTY Expertise
Deep understanding of CTY’s philosophy, admission criteria, and academic rigor.
Tailored Approach
Personalized strategies for each student’s unique strengths and needs.
Experienced Tutors
Our instructors are experts in gifted education and standardized test preparation for CTY.
Holistic Support
We prepare students not just for admission, but for success within CTY and beyond.