Georgetown Debate Seminar

The Georgetown Debate Seminar is an elite debate summer workshop for high school students with a passion for argumentation. We offer programs in both policy debate and public speaking. The seminar offers an unparalleled experience with top-tier faculty, a well-crafted curriculum, and an unbeatable location in the nation’s capital! Check back in December for applications for the 2026 Seminar!

Application decisions will be available in December 2025. Initial decisions will be made January 15, 2025. After that, applications decisions will be made on a rolling basis.

Accepted students will receive an email with important information regarding logistics, labs, payment links, etc. If you are an accepted student who has not received this link, please email georgetowndebateseminar@gmail.com.

GDDI Fellows (7 Weeks)

June 14th – August 1st, 2026

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Georgetown Policy Debate Seminar (3 Weeks)

June 14th – July 4th, 2026

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Public Speaking and Argumentation

June 14th – June 26th, 2025

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