The City Scholars Program is a scholarship fund that enables students from Perspectives' partner afterschool programs to automatically receive a full scholarship to the Philadelphia Debate Institute upon acceptance. Learn more »
Important Note
Our website contains a complete application. Please also carefully read information about the City Scholars Program, and "Information on Applying to the Philadelphia Debate Institute." Please make sure to read these materials to provide you guidance on the application. As admission to the Philadelphia Debate Institute is selective, applications should be thoughtfully completed. In past years, only 70% of students who applied were admitted to the program. We anticipate an application acceptance rate around 50% for the 4th Annual Philadelphia Debate Institute.
Application Components
- Complete the application linked below and provide all requested information.
- Complete the Application for Financial Aid. Students accepted as City Scholars receive a full scholarship to the summer institute, but application is required.
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IMPORTANT: By completing this application, you certify that all information provided is truthful and accurate. Further, you certify that you and your parent(s)/guardian(s) have thoroughly read the "Information on Applying to the Philadelphia Debate Institute" available on our website. If accepted, your family will be responsible for providing Perspectives with a copy of their tax returns, and authorize Perspectives to track your academic progress in school.
If you agree to the above conditions, proceed to the city scholars application.