What ages does Capitol Debate Summer Camp at Babson College accept?

Capitol Debate Summer Camp at Babson College is open to children ages 11–18. 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 at Babson College cost?

Capitol Debate Summer Camp at Babson College publishes $2,000/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

Who runs Capitol Debate Summer Camp at Babson College?

Capitol Debate Summer Camp at Babson College is operated by a private business. 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 at Babson College provide lunch?

Yes — Capitol Debate Summer Camp at Babson College 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 11–18

Capitol Debate Summer Camp at Babson College

Babson College, Boston · $2,000/week

Provides debate and public speaking training for middle and high school students at Babson College.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL, https://www.capitoldebate.com/camping-search, loads as the main camp search page for Capitol Debate, which lists various camp locations including Babson College. Capitol Debate is not listed as ACA accredited. The website mentions that staff undergo background checks and are trained in CPR and First Aid. The program type is overnight, as indicated by the 'Overnight Camp' filter on their search page and the general description of their university-hosted programs. Capitol Debate appears to be a for-profit organization. Google reviews for 'Capitol Debate' generally show a rating of 4.3 stars from over 100 reviews, with themes often praising the educational value and skill development, though some mention administrative issues. Social media handles found on their website include Instagram (@capitoldebate) and Facebook (capitoldebate).

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Who thrives here Ages 11–18

Capitol Debate Summer Camp at Babson College 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: Not listed
Operator: Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio: Not listed

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Details

Category: Academic
Ages: 11–18
Address: 231 Forest St, Babson Park, MA 02457, USA
Phone: 888-226-5225
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: USD

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Capitol Debate Summer Camp at Babson College

What ages does Capitol Debate Summer Camp at Babson College accept?: Capitol Debate Summer Camp at Babson College is open to children ages 11–18. 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 at Babson College cost?: Capitol Debate Summer Camp at Babson College publishes $2,000/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs Capitol Debate Summer Camp at Babson College?: Capitol Debate Summer Camp at Babson College is operated by a private business. 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 at Babson College provide lunch?: Yes — Capitol Debate Summer Camp at Babson College 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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