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2025 Elite Eight Semi Finals Debate

2026-27 contest schedule

October 13, 2026 - Qualifying Round Essays Due

November 6, 2026 - Top 64 Teams Announced

November 13, 2026 - Round of 64 Begins

December 29, 2026 - Top 32 Teams Announced

January 6, 2027 - Round of 32 Begins

February 9, 2027 - Sweet 16 Teams Announced

February 20, 2027 - Sweet 16 Begins

March 2, 2027 - Elite 8 Teams Announced

April 16 - 17, 2027 - IPPF Finals Weekend

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How to Participate

Step 1: Assemble Your Team
Grab two friends — or more — and form a team of at least three students from the same high school or after-school program.

2025 IPPF World Champions Finals Round Debate
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Finals

In April, the final eight teams will travel on an all-expenses-paid trip to New York City to compete in the IPPF Finals at NYU School of Law. At stake: the $10,000 grand prize and the title of IPPF World Champion.

Key Documents IPPF Debate
Key Documents

Access key resources — including sample essays, official evaluation criteria, and essential tools to craft a winning submission.

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