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290 'how to' demonstration speech ideas 

By:  Susan Dugdale  

What are good topics for demonstration speeches? 

The answer is simple, but frustratingly inconclusive. It depends. These are 'how to', 'show and teach' or process speeches with literally squillions of topic possibilities.

You could spend hours, or even days, considering this 'how to' speech idea against that one, or that one, or that one. However, you don't need to.

The easiest way is to use the guidelines below to help you pick a good demo speech idea relatively painlessly and quickly.

What's on this page

• How to choose a good demonstration speech topic - 6 key elements to consider
• 290 good demonstrative speech topics in themed lists 
• Links to other pages of ' how to' speech topics and help
• The link to an extremely useful printable - a blank demonstration speech outline form

If you already know how to prepare a good demonstrative speech skip the guidelines and either click the link to go to ALL 290 demonstration speech topics or click on a heading to go a themed list.

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Choosing a good demonstration speech topic

What makes a demonstration speech topic a good choice depends on 6 essential elements. You'll want to consider each of them carefully. 

1. Your interests

Your choice of demonstrative speech topic needs to be something you are genuinely interested in, and know about or, want to know about.

Without enthusiasm or knowledge, it's incredibly hard to inspire and persuade others that they want to find out more about a subject. And that's your goal!

Ideally when you finish your speech, you'll find yourself on the receiving end of question after question from eager listeners. 

2. Who the speech is for

You need to think about your audience before making your final choice.

• What demonstration speech topics would truly interest them?
• If you're considering a 'how to' topic you know they already know well, is there something new you could teach them about it?
• What would be of value, and appropriate, for them to know?

3. The setting of the speech

Where is the speech to be given? In a classroom? In a public hall? In a living room? In the open air?

Does what you're planning to do fit the venue?

4. The time you've got to prepare the speech

Does the topic you're considering need a long time to prepare thoroughly? Are there visual aids you need to make to accompany it? How much research do you need to do before you can begin to prepare the speech?

5. The time you've got to give the speech

There is no point in choosing something complex with a large number of steps to show and teach if you don't have the time to cover them. What you select needs to fit easily into the allotted time limit. 

If you really want to tackle a big topic, and it's a good fit with your audience, if it's possible, break it down into smaller, manageable pieces. Then choose one or two aspects (sub-topics) you know you can cover well in the time you have available.

For instance, how to knit has many elements: how to hold the needles, how to cast stitches on, how to choose the right wool, how to read a knitting pattern, how to do a specific stitch... Any one of those could become a speech.  

6. The guidelines for assessment ...

... if the speech is part of a public speaking course.

You may find there are restrictions on using varying forms of visual aids: video or power-point presentations for example. Check before you make a final decision.

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How to use these demonstration speech ideas

Use the 'how to' topics below to kick-start your own creativity. Think of them as beginnings or starting points.

Rather than pick the first idea that jumps out, build up a short list. Then go through it assessing the positive as well as negative aspects of each idea, keeping the audience members, your interest, setting, time and assessment needs in mind.

290 good demonstration speech topics

• read the clouds
• read the stars
• read the tides
• read tree rings
• recognize differing types of rock
• find fossils
• read and navigate a landscape without a map
• use a topographic map
• water divine
• recognize stars in the night sky
• use the phases of the moon for hunting, fishing, or planting crops
• forage for food safely
• collect wild honey
• take wood for fuel sustainably
• build a fire safely
• recognize the common birds or animals in your area
• identify different types of woods
• ensure water is safe to drink
• use the position of the sun to tell time
• tell if a storm is coming
• track an animal in the wild
• choose a good campsite
• forecast weather
• cross a river safely
• protect yourself from attack by wild animals
• tell if ice is safe to walk on
• tell which way the wind is blowing
• recognize poisonous plants or insects
• survive in the wild without an emergency kit
• prepare a survival kit

• train a puppy
• care for a kitten
• walk a dog on a leash properly
• saddle a horse
• hand milk a cow
• teach a cat to use a litter tray
• tell if your pet dog, cat, rabbit... is happy
• feed a dog, horse, cat...correctly
• carry a dog or cat correctly
• interpret a pet dog's or cat's aggressive behavior
• soothe a frightened dog, cat...
• keep a pet dog or cat in an apartment
• give medicines to your dog, cat...
• care for an injured or sick pet
• teach a child how to care for a pet
• make a cat gym
• dropper feed a fledging that's fallen out of the nest or an injured bird
• groom a cat, dog, cow... for a show
• care for baby chickens
• set up a fish bowl or an aquarium
• choose a pet
• clean an animal's teeth
• pet-proof your home
• re-home a dog safely
• care for an orphaned lamb or calf
• transport a cat, dog, rabbit..., safely
• make healthy treats for dogs
• teach a parrot to talk

• companion plant to protect vegetables from insect pests
• prepare basic landscaping plans
• lay bricks or paving stones
• build a fence
• make a swing
• make a children's play area
• build a compost bin
• make a greenhouse
• make a windbreak
• plant a tree
• build a garden seat
• grow from seed
• graft a plant
• prepare and plant a tub of flowers or vegetables
• plant a window box of herbs
• control garden pests
• mulch a garden
• trim a hedge
• prune a rose bush
• care for garden tools
• choose garden art
• make an ornamental pond
• make a bird feeder
• choose the right plants for the right situations
• plant spring bulbs
• make a no-dig garden
• encourage birds or bees into the garden
• make a patio or deck garden

• design & make a greeting card
• make a scented candle
• make a perfect posy of flowers
• learn to draw, sketch
• learn to paint in water colors
• make paper mache
• work hand or string puppets
• use stencils
• make and use natural dyes
• spin or weave
• create a seasonal center piece for the dining table
• make a Christmas wreath
• press flowers
• design and a friendship bracelet
• up-cycle a piece of clothing
• make attractive face masks
• make your own jewelry from antique buttons
• sew your own clothes
• design your own clothes
• bonsai a plant
• make resin and polymer clay jewelry
• arrange flowers for different uses: for the table, as a corsage...
• make your own soft furnishings
• take a brass rubbing
• make paper flowers
• make and use pom-poms creatively
• make a hand coiled pottery mug
• make a tufted rug or mat
• tie-dye a garment
• carve or whittle wood

• choose the right sport for yourself
• choose the right piece of sporting equipment (bike, surf or skate board, shoes, protective gear...)
• learn to skate board
• learn to surf
• wax a surfboard
• put on, and get off, a wet suit
• score a game of tennis
• serve in tennis
• catch a fish
• make a fishing fly
• cast a fishing line
• prepare and set a fishing net
• tickle a trout
• smoke a fish
• play chess, checkers, dominoes, cards...
• train for a marathon
• use a snorkel correctly
• avoid injury playing football
• learn football skills: pass, block or kick
• improve your golf swing
• care for a set of golf clubs
• set up a pair of ice skates well
• eat well to keep in shape for your sport
• prevent sporting injuries
• stick to a training schedule
• warm up before a game
• do yoga stretches
• be a team player
• hold a baseball bat correctly
• shoot a basketball goal
• practice basketball skills at home: dribble...
• cross country ski
• ski downhill
• set a bike up for yourself: adjust seat height, handle bars...
• fix a flat tire
• learn to ride a bike

Food and More

• make a perfect cup of coffee, tea...
• use chop sticks
• prepare green tea and serve it correctly
• make chocolate
• plan a dinner party
• make a fast summer salad
• store frozen food
• sharpen a knife
• prepare chicken safely
• make your own relish, jam, pastry...
• write a weekly food shopping list
• plan a menu
• organize your pantry
• bake bread, bagels...
• use seasonal vegetables
• dry fruits and vegetables
• make your own wedding cake
• make desserts
• cook economically
• make healthy meals
• carve vegetables
• fold table napkins
• match wine with food
• set a table for a formal dinner
• store fresh fruit and vegetables
• make your own cottage cheese or yoghurt
• make food for a picnic
• make your own baby foods
• use a pressure cooker well
• use an air fryer well
• use a barbecue well
• store and use left over foods safely
• use an oven safely
• select the best fresh fruit and vegetables to buy
• get children to eat vegetables
• train children to try new foods
• serve tasty low calorie meals
• use cutlery (a knife, fork, or spoon) properly
• follow a recipe properly

• read to a child
• use a 24 hour clock
• plan a surprise party
• talk to a deaf person
• buy online safely
• read body language accurately
• understand cultural differences in body language
• travel safely in a foreign country
• play with a small child
• leave a good telephone message
• eat politely
• defend yourself (basic self defense)
• do basic first aid
• take a pulse
• teach a child to read the time
• prepare a baby's bottle
• write a thank you letter
• write a business letter
• read braille
• alter your own clothes...take up a hem etc.
• iron a shirt properly
• take a good photograph
• make a baby sitter's kit
• lift without damaging your back
• apply make-up correctly
• learn French, German, Italian...
• plait or braid hair
• make an effective complaint
• waltz (foxtrot, line dance, dance on point...)
• put on a dancing show
• organize a coffee morning
• run a meeting
• make a presentation
• do a cheap style make-over
• shop at thrift stores
• choose colors that suit you
• choose clothes that suit you
• walk in high heels
• make your own cosmetics, creams, etc.
• start your own business
• recognize sound business deals
• take control of your personal finances
• buy a house
• negotiate a deal
• choose a college
• decide what career you want
• keep mentally alert and fit
• select the right make-up for yourself
• be a good friend
• agree to disagree to maintain a relationship
• say no politely
• do a magic trick
• apologize sincerely
• use the Heimlich maneuver
• handle and store firearms safely
• keep your sense of humor

And then there's these 'how to' ideas...

• fix a blocked sink
• fix a leaking faucet
• replace a cracked tile
• polish wooden furniture
• restore a piece of furniture
• change a car tire
• interpret a modern painting
• read a palm
• burglar proof your home
• use the color wheel
• upcycle old furniture
• break a habit
• build a model airplane
• make and upload a video to YouTube
• become an influencer
• get a baby to go to sleep
• impersonate someone famous
• choose a piece of art
• stack firewood
• to be a good listener

More good demonstration speech ideas & help 

How to put an effective demonstration speech together.

Once you've chosen your demonstration speech topic find out more about how good demonstration speeches are structured. This is an easily followed 'how to' prepare your speech guide.

More interesting 'how to' speech topics!

If you're still looking, try this page of 50 how to speech ideas . These are unique demonstration speech topics focusing on teaching the soft skills that are vital for communicating well, living fully and harmoniously in our world. Two examples are: 'how to apologize sincerely' and 'how to accept personal criticism positively'.

100+ 10-minute demonstration speech topics

If you're still looking for inspiration to strike, you may find your perfect topic here: 100+ 10-minute demonstration speech topics . The list has been carefully curated to make sure the suggestions can be covered efficiently and effectively in ten minutes or less. 

Here's a couple of examples: how to make a friendship bracelet, and, how to give medicine to your cat without being scratched to bits.

And there is this collection of  188 funny how to speech topics .

Who said a demonstration speech needs to teach something practical and be serious? Many of these speech ideas are neither! Instead, they're pure, unadulterated silliness and fun. ☺

(I've included an example speech outline along with a free printable speech outline for your own use.)

Give your speech structure - use an outline

Would using a printable  blank demonstration speech outline   help you with your speech?

This outline will take you through an ordered sequence of  steps to ensure your speech flows well from beginning to end.

If you'd like to see the outline in use, please check this page: demonstration speech sample outline.

You can follow the text of my speech, 'how to leave an effective voice mail message', through each of the sections in the outline. 

I also made a video (audio + slides) so that you can hear, as well as see, how the flow of information from one point to the next works.

I hope both the completed outline and the video help. ☺

How to get top marks!

And if your speech is being formally evaluated why not find out what the judge will be marking you on? Click the link and you'll find a standard speech evaluation form explained and available to download.

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Discover 100+ Demonstration Speech Ideas for College Students

Updated: September 02, 2024

17 mins read

Table of Contents

What is a demonstration speech, how do you choose a demonstration speech topic, 100+ ideas for demonstration speech, what are the steps for presenting a demonstration speech, 9 tactics to enhance the delivery of a demonstration speech, where do i get help writing my demonstration speech, frequently asked questions.

• Showing the listeners how to use a product
• Explaining how something works
• Illustrating a particular process, mainly done by using visual aids
• Interest : You need first to be genuinely interested and knowledgeable in the topic if you desire to inspire the audience.
• Audience demographic : You should understand your audience . Know what interests and what would be of value and appropriate to them. If the listeners have heard of the topic before, teach new aspects around it that create new value.
• Setting : Where will the speech be delivered? It could be in a classroom, open-air, or public hall. Know your setting and provide a speech fit for that venue.
• The event : What’s happening in the venue is also crucial. For example, you can learn how to combine special occasion speech topics and the demo one. You can also look into how to write a commemorative speech that includes demonstrations. That, however, depends on what the event is.
• Practicality: Opt for topics that allow for practical demonstrations. The audience needs to see and understand the steps.
• Speech instructions : Demonstration speeches will come with different instructions. Go through the instructions to understand what is allowed or restricted.
• Time to prepare : Each topic needs a specific amount of time. So, you have to note the time you have to prepare everything. If you have less time to prepare, how to write an extemporaneous speech will help. Combining such knowledge with your demonstration speech will assist in organizing things faster.
• Simplicity: Keep it simple. Ensure that the steps of your demonstration are clear and easy to follow.
• Allocated presentation timeline: You must also understand the time to present. If you have a short timeframe, you must know how to deliver an impromptu speech. Here are impromptu speech topics that you can use to practice.
• Educational value: Look at what you want to educate the audience about as you pick that topic. The most important thing for demonstrative speeches is to share knowledge and insights with your audience.
• Relevance to college life: Relate your topic to college life. Address the common challenges or interests shared by your peers. If the listeners involved are more than college comrades, then choose a diversified topic.

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Demonstration Speech Topic Ideas for Health and Fitness

• How exercise impacts our physical health
• Tips for preventing flu and cold
• What are the proper hand-washing techniques?
• How to perform CPR effectively
• How to plan a healthy meal while on a busy schedule
• Basic first aid techniques
• Types of aerobic exercises
• Best communication skills essential to healthcare professionals
• Smoking effects on our lungs
• Which are the best ways of sleeping?

Demonstration Speech Ideas for Cooking and Food

• Ways to sharpen a knife
• How to use different condiments
• Steps of preparing a restaurant menu
• How to use chopsticks
• How to prepare a cake
• Steps for making soup
• Easy recipes that can be prepared using a microwave
• Tips for tasting different wine variants
• How to prepare nutritious snacks using simple ingredients
• Unique stir-fry techniques using fresh ingredients

Demonstration Speech Topics for Technology

• How to increase the internal storage of your computer
• Smartphone photography tips and tricks
• How to open a Facebook page
• Strategies for selling on Amazon
• Tricks to help you perform simple keyword research
• What are the differences between PNG and JPG formats?
• Creating a laptop stand using cost-effective materials
• How to add features in WordPress
• Mobile tips and apps that enhance your mobile security
• How to customize your smartphone’s interface

Demonstration Topics for Hobbies

• Introduction to Origami: How to fold basic shapes
• Strategies for throwing a bowling ball
• DIY candle making
• How to fix faulty bicycle brakes
• Booking a movie at the cinema
• Different calligraphy writing styles
• Creative scrapbooking techniques
• How to make exercises enjoyable
• Simple but impressive card magic tricks
• Home brewing tips and tricks: How to make small beer/kombucha batches at home

Demonstration Speech Ideas for Education

• Tips to be productive in online classes
• Getting rid of bullying
• How to get a good study space
• How to get friends quickly in college
• Where to find cheap e-textbooks
• How to craft a fantastic demonstration speech outline
• Effective note-taking methods during lectures
• How to create a reasonable timetable
• Simple and effective mind-mapping techniques
• How to balance work and school

Agriculture Topic Ideas for Demonstration Speech

• Sustainable farming techniques
• What is needed to make a greenhouse
• Widespread mistakes to avoid when tilling land
• Best pruning methods for fruit trees to maximize yield
• Correct ways to harvest tubers
• Creating a compost pit
• Ways of controlling garden pests
• Bee-keeping basics, such as how to set a beehive
• Appropriate crop rotation techniques to improve soil health
• Simple hydroponic methods to practice at home

Sports/Games Topics for Demonstration Speech

• Learning how to surf
• How to prevent injuries while playing football
• Basic yoga poses to relieve stress
• How to become better at golf swinging
• How to create simple and effective fitness equipment for home use
• Practicing the best Frisbee techniques and rules
• How to select the best basketball shoes
• Introducing parkour basics
• How to accurately hit with a bat
• Tips to improve jumping ability

Business Topic Ideas for Demonstration Speech

• Strategies to enhance employee motivation
• How to hire the best employee
• Tactics for efficient time management for business professionals
• Techniques for planning a business conference
• How to create a basic social media marketing strategy
• How to work on the best presentation skills in a business meeting
• Utilizing CSR to bolster your sales
• Steps to create a business plan
• Tips for making a killer pitch
• Vital features of Microsoft Excel for financial departments.

Demonstration Speech Topics for Pets

• Using a leash to walk a dog
• Training a cat to utilize a litter tray
• How to interpret signs of a pet’s body language
• Tips to calm a terrified pet
• How to administer medicine to a cat or dog
• Steps for grooming a dog
• DIY pet toys and how to enhance their mental stimulation
• Cleaning an animal’s paws or hooves
• Tactics for caring for kittens
• Tips and tricks to capture adorable pet pictures

Demonstration Speech Topic Ideas for Art and Craft

• Various DIY canvas painting techniques
• Quilling for beginners: How to create designs using paper strips
• Wheel throwing techniques in pottery
• Handmade greeting card techniques
• Basic embroidery stitches and techniques for adding personalized touches
• How to make string art designs
• Creating paper mache sculptures
• DIY upcycling projects
• How to make customized bead jewelry
• Demonstrate the art of decoupage on different surfaces

Life Hacks Demonstration Speech Ideas

• How to organize small living spaces
• Time-saving recipes for college students who are in a hurry and a tight budget
• Making eco-friendly cleaning products using household ingredients
• Using time-saving apps and hacks using your smartphone to manage your daily activity
• Laundry tips and tricks to simplify laundry and maintain clothes
• How to keep your study area clutter-free to enhance concentration
• Routines that can save you time in the morning
• Budget-friendly fashion hacks for college students
• How to create a time-efficient studying schedule for your college studies
• Tips that can simplify your day at home

Before the Presentation Day

• Choose a topic you love: Start by picking one that interests you. Your enthusiasm will shine through and captivate your audience. As you select, remember to follow the guidelines under the topic-choosing section.
• Understand your audience: Consider who you’re speaking to. Tailor your speech to match their interests and knowledge level. Make it relatable. In your case, you are targeting the college students. So, ensure that what you demonstrate aligns with their college life.
• Please keep it simple: Simplicity is critical. Ensure that your topic is easy to understand and your demonstrations are straightforward. Complexity can lead to confusion.
• Plan your time: Time is precious. Plan your speech duration and organize your demonstrations to fit comfortably within that timeframe. Avoid rushing through.
• Practice enough: Rehearse your speech several times. Practice your demonstrations until you feel confident. This builds familiarity and boosts your confidence. You should have enough material to help you practice and present on D-day.

On the Presentation Day

• Engage with your audience: Make eye contact and involve your audience. Ask questions, encourage participation, and create a connection. Keep them interested.
• Use visual aids effectively: Visuals speak louder than words. Utilize props, slides, or any visual aids that enhance understanding . Keep them simple and relevant. This step is what defines your demonstration speech.
• Speak clearly and slowly: Enunciate your words and speak moderately. This ensures that everyone can follow along and comprehend your message.
• Address potential questions: Anticipate questions your audience might have and address them during your speech. This shows thorough preparation and boosts credibility. If there are additional questions, let the audience raise them.
• Conclude with a recap: Summarize the key points of your speech and demonstrations in the conclusion. In the end, ensure your audience has a clear takeaway.
• Be confident: Believe in yourself and your message. Confidence is contagious and will capture your audience’s attention.
• Smile and relax: A genuine smile can create a positive atmosphere. Breathe, relax, and enjoy the moment.
• Maintain eye contact: Connect with your audience by making eye contact. It promotes engagement and shows that you are present and focused.
• Use gestures naturally: Incorporate natural gestures to emphasize points. Avoid overdoing it; let your body language complement your words.
• Vary your tone of voice: Add variety to your voice. Use emphasis, pitch changes, and pauses to keep your speech dynamic and exciting.
• Interact with your visual aids: You prepared the props and other materials for the speech presentation. When using them, interact with them smoothly. Ensure they help in message delivery and are not a distraction.
• Check your pace: Speak at a moderate pace. Ensure that you are not rushing through your speech. That gives your audience time to absorb the information.
• Adapt to the audience: Pay attention to your audience’s reactions. If they seem engaged, keep going. If not, you need to change your approach.
• Handle mistakes gracefully: Mistakes happen no matter how well you practice. If you make a slip, stay composed, correct yourself, and continue. Your ability to handle mistakes gracefully will be impressive for the show.

Topic Brainstorming

Speech outline creation, speech content development, visual aid suggestions, practice tips, feedback and revisions, 1. what are the features of a good demonstration speech topic.

• It should be valuable to listeners
• Can be comprehensively discussed within the allocated time
• Does not have excessive steps
• It’s entertaining

2. How do I choose a topic that will engage my audience?

• Choose a topic that you understand
• Learn what interests your audience shares
• Get a topic that you can easily demonstrate
• Consider the value of the topic delivered
• Select a unique topic that is also visually appealing

3. What are the best speech topics for students?

4. are there specific topics that work well for virtual or online presentations, 5. how can i give an outstanding demonstration speech.

• Prepare in advance
• Know your targeted audience
• Choose an exciting and educative topic
• Be confident
• Use gestures naturally
• Interact with your visual aids
• Adapt to the audience and involve it

6. Who can help me write a demonstration speech?

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Ninety-nine emotional, controversial, or relatable speech ideas for college students

Here's my list of 99 college speech topics! They cover all sorts of subjects, and you should be able to find something suitable for whatever type of speech you've been asked to deliver.

To make things easy on yourself, pick a topic that interests you and something you'll be able to speak about with passion!

It will make your research more interesting, and your speech more engaging for your listeners!

Are you returning to college, or just starting your freshman year?

Then check out these tips for time management for college students .

These tips for post-secondary students give you a fighting chance of thriving during your college years because you're capable of so much more than you realize if you schedule things right!

1st Fifty (50) College Speech Topics

• The death penalty
• Hazing in fraternities and sororities
• Succeeding in college
• What it means to be a hero
• The dangers of drugs
• The dangers of smoking
• The dangers of alcohol
• How to find a job
• The dangers of credit cards
• Staying Christian in college
• Planning a party
• How to make money on eBay
• Tips to save money in college
• Reality television
• Today's music
• Athletes as role models
• My favorite celebrity
• My best childhood memory
• My worst childhood memory
• The person who most influenced my life
• My definition of "Family"
• All about me!
• My best friend
• How to change a flat tire
• How to get a second date
• How to meet new people
• My new year's resolution
• We are living in the end times
• The life and death of Robin Williams
• Civil disobedience
• Sex education
• Teenage pregnancy
• Gun control
• Legalizing marijuana
• Passing your driving tests
• Study strategies - WaPo ex. " College Students: They don't know how to study "
• Caffeine - Check out a sample informative speech - "The Truth About Caffeine"

49 More College Speech Topics

• The importance of exercise
• A turning point in my life
• Gangs or gang violence
• What type of legacy will you leave behind?
• A moment that changed my life
• If I won the lottery…
• Platonic relationships
• How to plan a vacation
• The 'fake news' phenomenon and its dangers
• Is Ebola a worldwide threat?
• Energy drinks - useful or dangerous?
• Practice makes perfect
• A fair trial
• What is a tornado?
• The importance of a good night's sleep
• Martin Luther King Jr.
• Cell phones
• Ideas for spring break trips
• How to entertain on a budget
• How to lose weight and keep it off
• How to stop smoking
• The media and self-esteem
• The Kardashians
• Immigration
• O.J. Simpson
• Trump and Twitter
• Stephen King
• The history of the internet
• The invention of the telephone
• The importance of a college education
• Don't drop out of school
• Muhammad Ali
• Satellite vs. cable television
• America's Got Talent
• Should the school year be extended?
• Teacher pay raises
• The failure of the public school system
• What is your credit score?
• How to buy a car
• What to look for in a roommate
• How to reduce your carbon footprint
• Is there life after death?
• Life on other planets
• Scientology

So there you have it - 99 college speech topics on which to base your presentation, or to inspire you to come up with a subject of your own!

Good luck with creating your speech - and if you'd like to share your creation, I'd love to publish it to help inspire others!

Need More Help - Here are a few free speech samples on some more topics that may be appropriate for college students:

Truth About Caffeine

Hybrid Animals

Childhood Obesity

Global Warming

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