2025 Midwest Great Debate (9th Grade)

PROGRAM DATES & LOCATION

Midwest Great Debate  | June 28 - July 3, 2025
Augustana College
Rock Island, Illinois 
https://www.augustana.edu/
Only 240 summer spots available.

PROGRAM Tuition & fees

• Application Fee - $25 (required to complete application, non-refundable)

• Great Debate Deposit - $150 (required within 10 days of  acceptance)
• Great Debate Program Tuition - $695 (does not include the deposit)

NOTE: Additional fees may apply.

• 9th  grade students
• Must have a minimum of a 3.0/4.0 grade point average (GPA) or better
• College bound

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

• Must upload a copy of a recent report card or transcript when you register.
• Agree to the Financial Policy and Application Fee Policy in the application.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Great Debate is a communications and leadership development program for ambitious and courageous young people. If you're committed to making meaningful change in your world, and you’re driven toward building up your community, NHI is for you.