Debate & Public Speaking for High Schoolers at Georgetown University
Georgetown University
Apply NowWant to speak with impact? Join Georgetown’s two-week summer programme to build persuasive arguments, vocal technique and stage confidence through instructor-led sessions and live debates. Connect with peers, sharpen your voice and boost your uni or career prospects.
This two-week summer program at Georgetown University is a focused public speaking and debate course for high-school students (ages 14-18). Students develop core communication skills including speech crafting, persuasive argument construction, vocal technique, and body language.
Classes combine instructor-led sessions, structured debates, and practical exercises designed to build confidence for both prepared speeches and spontaneous discussion. Participants receive a comprehensive academic experience with small interactive classes, instructor feedback, and a portfolio of achievements on completion: a Course Completion Certificate, a Letter of Recognition, and an official Georgetown transcript (credit-bearing options subject to university policies).
The program offers both residential (boarding) and day options and includes supervised activities, excursions, and 24/7 on-site supervision for residential students. International students receive visa support and an international registration package (covers visa support, shuttle transport and medical insurance).
Applicants must complete the Summer Institute application; travel to Georgetown and any required visas/ESTA are the responsibility of families.
Course Completion Certificate; Letter of Recognition; Official Georgetown Transcript
June - Boarding
June - Day
July - Boarding
July - Day
Location
- Ages 14-18 (high school students)
- Passion for public speaking and persuasive communication
- Complete the Summer Institute application to secure a place
£3,196
Day program: £3,196. Boarding (residential) option: £5,650. International registration fee (U.S. programs) applies for students whose primary residence is outside the United States: $379 (residential) or $239 (commuter). Tuition includes academic tuition, on-campus housing for residential programs, meals, listed activities and local transportation for included activities. Application fee, flights/airport transfers (airfare), off-campus meals, laundry, personal spending money and some supplemental course fees are not included.
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