What ages does Capitol Debate Summer Camp accept?

Capitol Debate Summer Camp is open to children ages 11–17. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.

How much does Capitol Debate Summer Camp cost?

Capitol Debate Summer Camp publishes $2,352/week for the standard session. Full Campus Living Experience is $3999 for 12 days. Commuter option available for $3099. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

Who runs Capitol Debate Summer Camp?

Capitol Debate Summer Camp is operated by a private business, with 22 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.

Does Capitol Debate Summer Camp provide lunch?

Yes — Capitol Debate Summer Camp includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.

▌ Academic · Ages 11–17

Capitol Debate Summer Camp

Babson College · $2,352/week

A summer debate program at Babson College for students aged 10-17, focusing on public speaking and debate skills.

▌ Editor's read The Capitol Debate Summer Camp website loads successfully and presents a professional appearance, detailing various debate and public speaking programs. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. The 'About Us' page indicates the camp has been operating for 22 years, founded by William H. Neugebauer, and is a for-profit entity. The website states that all staff undergo background checks. Programs are primarily overnight, catering to students aged 8-18. Google reviews for 'Capitol Debate' show a rating of 4.6 stars from 100 reviews, with many parents praising the quality of instruction and the positive impact on their children's confidence and skills. The site emphasizes small class sizes and a curriculum developed by experienced educators and coaches.

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Since 200422+ years operating

Who thrives here Ages 11–17

Capitol Debate Summer Camp serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in academic, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type: Overnight camp
ACA accredited: Not verified
Established: 2004 (22 years)
Operator: Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio: Not listed

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Details

Category: Academic
Ages: 11–17
Address: 231 Forest St, Babson Park, MA 02457, USA
Phone: (800) 450-5012
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: Full Campus Living Experience is $3999 for 12 days. Commuter option available for $3099.

↗ What parents like

Develops debate skills
Experience college life

↘ Watch for

High cost
Specific to debate

Logistics

Lunch provided: Yes
Transportation: No
Financial aid: No
Setting: indoor

Frequently asked about Capitol Debate Summer Camp

What ages does Capitol Debate Summer Camp accept?: Capitol Debate Summer Camp is open to children ages 11–17. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Capitol Debate Summer Camp cost?: Capitol Debate Summer Camp publishes $2,352/week for the standard session. Full Campus Living Experience is $3999 for 12 days. Commuter option available for $3099. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs Capitol Debate Summer Camp?: Capitol Debate Summer Camp is operated by a private business, with 22 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Capitol Debate Summer Camp provide lunch?: Yes — Capitol Debate Summer Camp includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.

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