At the IPPF, excellence is celebrated at every stage of competition:

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• All qualifying round participants receive a certificate of participation.

• Cash prizes and additional medals are presented starting at the Sweet 16 round.

• The top eight teams earn an all-expenses-paid trip to the IPPF Finals in New York City, covering travel for three students and two coaches.

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IPPF Finals Weekend

Finals Weekend is more than a competition — it's a global stage. Finalist teams engage in live, oral debates judged by an elite panel of leaders from law, business, politics, and academia. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to showcase skills in front of the world’s top minds.

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Awards Breakdown

​Top 64 and Top 32: Distinguished Competitor Certificate

Sweet 16:  $500 per team

Elite Eight:  $1,500 per team ($750 for the school, $750 for the team)

Final Four:  $3,000 per team ($1,500 for the school, $1,500 for the team)

Runner-Up:  $5,000 per team ($2,500 for the school, $2,500 for the team)

Champion:  $10,000 per team ($5,000 for the school, $5,000 for the team) + The Brewer Cup

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The John E. Sexton Award

Launched in 2023, the John E. Sexton Award honors the most outstanding speaker at the IPPF Finals, chosen by the final round’s judges. Named for NYU President Emeritus John E. Sexton, this award recognizes eloquence, clarity, and persuasive impact.

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Award:  $1,000 prize

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The first recipient was Sanika Agarwalla from The Hockaday School.

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