For more information about distance learning and other opportunities for academically talented students, see the Center's publication, Opportunities for the Future advertised on page of this issue. The Center for Talent Development's LetterLinks Program is a correspondence program for academically talented students. LetterLinks courses are designed for students whose local school offerings are limited or who wish to move quickly to advanced levels of course work. Course materials are sent and received via regular mail. A high school instructor is assigned to each individual student, serving as teacher and mentor.
All work is corrected and evaluated by the teacher.
The courses are taught at the level of a high school honors course and each course carries either one or two semesters of high school credit. If the student wishes to receive credit for a course, this should be arranged with his or her local high school before enrolling for the course. Northwestern University's Center for Talent Development is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Some courses also require a mathematics score or a combined SAT or ACT Composite score. EPGY courses are individualized so that fast learners can move through the mathematics sequence with little repetition, while slower learners will receive additional drill and practice.