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▌ Academic · Ages 10–18

Capitol Debate Summer Camp at University of California, Los Angeles

University of California, Los Angeles · $2,000/week

Debate and public speaking camp for students aged 10-18 at UCLA, offering both day and overnight options.

▌ Editor's read The Capitol Debate website (capitoldebate.com) loads successfully and outlines various academic summer programs, including those at university campuses. While a specific UCLA camp page wasn't found directly from the provided URL, the site indicates programs are held at universities. Capitol Debate is not listed as ACA accredited. The 'About Us' page states the organization was founded by Ron Bratt and has been operating for 20 years. The website mentions that staff undergo background checks. Google reviews for 'Capitol Debate' generally show a rating of 4.5 stars from over 100 reviews, with parents often praising the program's ability to improve their children's public speaking and critical thinking skills. The program type is primarily overnight, as students reside on university campuses. The organization appears to be a for-profit entity specializing in academic enrichment.
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Who thrives here Ages 10–18

Capitol Debate Summer Camp at University of California, Los Angeles 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
Not listed

How we verify these →

Details

  • Category: Academic
  • Ages: 10–18
  • Address: University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA 90095, 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 California, Los Angeles

What ages does Capitol Debate Summer Camp at University of California, Los Angeles accept?
Capitol Debate Summer Camp at University of California, Los Angeles 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 California, Los Angeles cost?
Capitol Debate Summer Camp at University of California, Los Angeles publishes $2,000/week for the standard session. That sits 264% above the $550 median for academic camps in Los Angeles — typical for specialty programs with smaller groups or premium facilities. 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 California, Los Angeles?
Capitol Debate Summer Camp at University of California, Los Angeles 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 California, Los Angeles provide lunch?
Yes — Capitol Debate Summer Camp at University of California, Los Angeles 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.
How does Capitol Debate Summer Camp at University of California, Los Angeles compare to other academic camps in Los Angeles?
Capitol Debate Summer Camp at University of California, Los Angeles is one of 42 academic camps in Los Angeles that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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