Calling all future orators and critical thinkers! Debate summer programs teach you more than how to win arguments, equipping you with a robust skill toolkit that extends far beyond the debate stage.
These summer programs and camps cultivate confidence, eloquence, and collaboration in a supportive environment. Learning to debate is an art and a science — you’ll explore diverse topics, analyze arguments from multiple perspectives, and sharpen your ability to connect with your audience. This process strengthens your research and note-taking skills, preparing you for success in multiple academic pursuits.
The benefits of debate extend beyond the realm of public speaking. You’ll add skills applicable to a wide range of fields, including business, journalism, law, political science, medicine, and even the performing arts. You’ll learn to write compelling speeches, deliver presentations with poise, and analyze complex information with a critical eye — all useful abilities for any career path.
Experienced instructors lead summer debate programs, guiding you through the intricacies of argumentation, rhetoric, and public speaking. You’ll receive personalized feedback while building lasting friendships with fellow debate enthusiasts. Through collaborative exercises and friendly competition, you’ll gain the confidence to express yourself clearly and persuasively in any situation.
Still looking? Check out our other curated programs below and our latest Guide to Summer Programs and Your Future in the Arts publication, too.
