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Victory Briefs Institute (VBI)
A top national debate camp at University of San Diego offering LD, Public Forum, and World Schools training.
Deadline: Rolling
10+ hours/week hrs/week
Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior
CompetitionIn-personHigh CostSummerAdvanced
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California National Debate Institute (CNDI)
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Emory National Debate Institute (ENDI)
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National Speech & Debate Tournament (NSDA)
The largest academic competition in the world; 7,000+ students qualify through state/district tournaments to compete in policy, LD, public forum, congress, and individual speech events.
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Tournament of Champions (TOC)
The premier national/international invitational debate championship at the University of Kentucky; entry requires earning "bids."
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