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Language and Arts | Speech and Debate

National Speech and Debate Tournament

  • Last Updated: May 4, 2025

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About the competition

The largest academic competition in the world, with students competing in debates, public speaking, and storytelling events in front of large audiences.

Comp Info

  • Estimated Ann. Participants: 5000
  • Cost: Varies by region
  • Estimated Time Commitment: Major
  • Participant Format: Individual
  • Event Format: In-Person
  • Competition Format: Debate, Presentation
  • Reach: National
  • Event Size: Medium

Participation Information

Students qualify through regional tournaments and compete in five days of prestigious national competition across various formats of speech and debate.
Open to middle and high school students
Trophies, scholarships, and national recognition for excellence in speech and debate
Students qualify through regional tournaments and compete in five days of prestigious national competition across various formats of speech and debate.
1. Qualify through regional tournaments. 2. Advance to the national competition. 3. Compete for national titles.
Practice materials
Based on public speaking skills, debate ability, and performance in various speech and debate formats.

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