Finding the right resources and opportunities for a gifted child can feel overwhelming. There’s no shortage of information out there, but knowing where to start (or which options are actually a good fit for your child) can be a challenge.
We’ve gathered a selection of organizations, programs, and opportunities for gifted children and their families. This isn’t intended to be a comprehensive directory—it’s a curated collection of resources to help you explore what’s out there.
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Looking for information, support, or a place to connect? These organizations focus on gifted and advanced learners and the families who support them.
Davidson Institute
Resources, programs, and support for profoundly gifted young people and their families.
Mensa Foundation
Research, resources, and programs supporting gifted people across the lifespan.
National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC)
Information, advocacy, and resources for gifted children, families, educators, and schools. Additional resources may be available through NAGC State Affiliate organizations.
Social and Emotional Needs of the Gifted (SENG)
Resources and support focused on the social and emotional needs of gifted individuals and their families.
The Association for the Gifted, a Division of the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC-TAG)
Resources and professional support focused on gifted and talented learners.
World Council for Gifted and Talented Children (WCGTC)
An international organization connecting people and organizations involved in gifted education and development.
These organizations specialize in providing educational programs and resources for gifted and advanced learners.
Baylor Center for Talent Identification Programs
Talent identification, above-level assessment, and academic programs for advanced learners from elementary through high school.
Belin-Blank Center at the University of Iowa
Gifted education programs and resources for students, families, and educators, including academic enrichment and talent development.
The Center for Gifted Studies at Western Kentucky University
Programs and resources for gifted students and their families, including academic enrichment and opportunities for educators.
Frances A. Karnes Center for Gifted Studies
Gifted education programs, resources, and professional support for students, families, and educators through the University of Southern Mississippi.
Gifted and Talented Education at Michigan State University
Advanced and accelerated academic programs, including specialized opportunities in mathematics, humanities, languages, STEM, and leadership.
Gifted Education Research and Resource Institute (GER²I)
Gifted education programs, resources, and professional development through Purdue University.
Institute for Educational Advancement
Programs and educational support designed around the individual needs and interests of gifted children and their families.
Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth
Academic programs and talent identification opportunities for advanced learners, including online and in-person courses.
Minnesota Institute for Talented Youth
Hands-on STEM, humanities, and fine arts programs for academically talented students in a supportive community of peers.
Northwestern Center for Talent Development
A broad range of advanced and accelerated courses, talent assessments, and resources for students, families, and educators.
UW Robinson Center for Young Scholars
Accelerated learning and enrichment programs, including summer and Saturday classes as well as early-entrance pathways to the University of Washington.
Vanderbilt University Programs for Talented Youth
Year-round academic opportunities ranging from virtual and day programs to intensive residential experiences, with resources for families and educators.
Go beyond the classroom with online courses, academic programs, summer opportunities, and other experiences that encourage curiosity and deeper learning.
Art of Problem Solving
Challenging math and computer science courses, resources, and competitions for advanced learners.
Canada/USA Mathcamp
An intensive summer program for students interested in exploring advanced mathematics.
Davidson Academy Online
A full-time online school designed specifically for profoundly gifted students.
Iowa Online AP Academy
Online AP courses for high-achieving and academically advanced high school students.
Joseph Baldwin Academy
A residential summer academic program offering college-level coursework and enrichment for middle school students.
North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics Summer Programs
Summer STEM opportunities for middle and high school students.
Roeper Summer Programs
Summer enrichment programs offering academic, creative, and recreational experiences for young learners.
Stanford Online High School
An online independent school offering advanced coursework for academically motivated students.
Summer Institute for the Gifted
Summer academic enrichment programs designed for gifted and academically advanced students.
Summer Laureate University for Youth
Summer academic enrichment programs for elementary and middle school students.
Summerscape & Drury Leadership Academy
Summer programs combining academic exploration, leadership development, and hands-on learning.
UC Berkeley Academic Talent Development Program
Academic courses and enrichment opportunities for motivated students in grades 4–12.
For students who enjoy a challenge, these programs offer opportunities to put knowledge, creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork to the test.
American Rocketry Challenge
Aerospace engineering competition for students in grades 6–12, presented by the Aerospace Industries Association and National Association of Rocketry with support from government, academic, and industry partners.
Destination Imagination
Creative team challenges that encourage innovation, problem-solving, and collaboration.
For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology (FIRST)
Team-based robotics programs that combine engineering, programming, creativity, and collaboration.
Future Problem Solving
Individual and team challenges focused on creative and analytical problem-solving, offered by Future Problem Solving Program International, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
Harvard-MIT Mathematics Tournament (HMMT)
Student-run mathematics competitions for middle and high school students, with a focus on challenging mathematical problem-solving.
International Academic Competitions
Academic competitions in history, geography, science, and other subjects for elementary, middle, and high school students across the country.
MATHCOUNTS
Middle school mathematics competitions developed through a collaboration that included the National Society of Professional Engineers and the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics.
Math Olympiads (MOEMS)
Creative problem-solving contests for elementary and middle school students offered by Math Olympiads for Elementary and Middle Schools, a nonprofit organization serving students, teachers, and families.
National Academic Quiz Tournaments
Academic quiz competitions covering a broad range of subjects and knowledge.
National Science Bowl®
A nationwide science and mathematics competition created and managed by the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Science.
Odyssey of the Mind
Creative problem-solving competitions built around open-ended challenges, supported by a worldwide network of local and regional nonprofit associations.
Science Olympiad
Team-based science competitions featuring events across biology, chemistry, physics, earth science, and engineering.
Find scholarships and recognition opportunities that celebrate academic achievement, creativity, leadership, and service.
Caroline D. Bradley Scholarship
A scholarship for high-achieving students entering 7th grade who demonstrate academic ability, intellectual curiosity, and a commitment to learning.
Davidson Fellows Scholarship
Scholarships and recognition for students ages 18 and under who have completed a significant project in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, literature, music, philosophy, or another field.
Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes
An award for students ages 8–18 who have demonstrated leadership and made a meaningful difference through service to others, their communities, or the environment.
Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarship Programs
Scholarships and educational support for high-achieving students with financial need, with programs serving students at different stages from middle school through college.
Mensa Foundation Scholarship Program
Scholarships offered by the Mensa Foundation to support students pursuing higher education.
Scholastic Art and Writing Awards
Recognition and awards for students in grades 7–12 for original work in visual arts and writing, with opportunities for regional and national recognition.