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​Admission to DDI is competitive: every year we have many more applications than we are able to accept. For 2026, we are continuing an application system in which applications to will be considered in waves.

We will only evaluate applications in later waves if we still have space available.

In general, DDI is an advanced camp designed for experienced debaters.

Applications from rising juniors and seniors will be considered first.

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Wave 1 Deadline: January 31, 2026

Decisions: ~Feb 8

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Wave 2 Deadline: February 28

Decisions:  ~March 8

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Wave 3 Deadline: April 14

Decisions: ~April 17

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Fill out the application below to apply for the 2026 Debate Institutes at Dartmouth.

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