Camp · Academic · Ages 10–18 · $2,000/week
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Capitol Debate Summer Camp at University of Washington

University of Washington · $2,000/week

Debate and public speaking camp for students aged 10-18 at the University of Washington, offering both day and

▌ Editor's read The Capitol Debate website loads successfully and details their summer camp programs, including the one at the University of Washington. The organization was founded by Ron Bratt and has been operating for 20 years. They explicitly state a staff-to-student ratio of 1:5 and mention that all staff undergo background checks. The program is an overnight camp, focusing on debate and public speaking for students aged 9-18. While the specific University of Washington location doesn't have individual Google reviews, Capitol Debate as a whole has a 4.8-star rating from over 100 reviews, with parents frequently praising the quality of instruction and the positive impact on their children's confidence. The camp is not listed as ACA accredited. Social media handles for Instagram (@capitoldebate) and Facebook (capitoldebate) are present on their website.
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Since 200620+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 10–18

Capitol Debate Summer Camp at University of Washington 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
Day and overnight options
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
2006 (20 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Academic
  • Ages: 10–18
  • Address: University of Washington, Seattle, WA 98195, USA
  • Phone: 800-450-5012
  • 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 University of Washington

What ages does Capitol Debate Summer Camp at University of Washington accept?
Capitol Debate Summer Camp at University of Washington is open to children ages 10–18. 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 University of Washington cost?
Capitol Debate Summer Camp at University of Washington 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 University of Washington?
Capitol Debate Summer Camp at University of Washington is operated by a private business, with 20 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 at University of Washington provide lunch?
Yes — Capitol Debate Summer Camp at University of Washington 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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