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NATIONAL HISPANIC INSTITUTE

THE GREAT DEBATE

Now Reviewing Late Entry Applications

First Come, First Served

Contact admissions@nhimail.com for information

What is the Great Debate? 

NHI's Great Debate is a communications and leadership development program for ambitious and courageous young people. If you are or know a young person committed to making meaningful change in the world, and are driven toward building up our community, NHI and the Great Debate experience is a must.

Who is eligible to apply for the Great  Debate?

All students are welcome to apply for the Great Debate if they meet the following requirements:

  • Currently enrolled in the 9th grade
  • Has a 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale
  • First-time NHI participant


2025 PROGRAM TENTATIVE DATES & LOCATIONS

Texas Star Great Debate (6-day)
Our Lady of the Lake University
San Antonio, Texas

June 10 - 15, 2025

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Midwest Great Debate (6-day)
Augustana College
Rock Island, IL

June 28 - July 3, 2025

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Texas Great Debates (4-day)

Austin College

Sherman, Texas

June 5-8, 2025

OR

St. Mary's University

San Antonio, Texas

July 24 - 27, 2025

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California Sol Great Debate (6-day)
University of San Diego
San Diego, California
July 8 - 13, 2025

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Northeast Great Debate (6-day)
St. Francis University
Loretto, Pennsylvania

July 7-12, 2025


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P.O. Box 220
Maxwell, Texas 78656

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