Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute

Ronald Reagan Debate Series (Great Communicator Debate Series)

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Award
$50,000 in college scholarships at the National Championship; first place $10,000, runner-up $7,500
Timeline
  1. Nov 14, 20262026-27 regional invitationals: (Irvine, CA)
  2. Feb 20, 2027Apply (Richmond, VA)
  3. Mar 6, 2027Apply (Dallas, TX)
  4. Apr 3To 10, 2027 and May 1 to 8, 2027 (multiple sites)
  5. Jun 5, 2027Apply (online). More dates may be added.
How to apply
Register for a regional invitational through Tabroom.com; top regional finishers advance to the National Championship at the Reagan Library.
What you'll need
  • A speech or recorded oration
  • A finalist round or selection weekend
Who can apply
High school students in grades 9 to 12 in the United States.
Good to know
2027 topic concerns disaster preparedness and response roles of state, local and federal government. Entry fees and regional prize amounts are not stated on the official page.
Details
Civics