U.S. Citizenship Class

Recommended for individuals who have submitted their application for naturalization, or who are in the process of doing so. Comfort with the English language is required. Registration required.

Study and practice for the 100 questions of the U.S. Citizenship Test, and what to expect at the interview! This class will help you understand the process of applying to become a naturalized citizen of the U.S. and provides an opportunity to study citizenship test questions in a positive learning environment. We will review the requirements to qualify for citizenship, provide information on what to expect during your interview, and introduce government resources for obtaining application materials.

Overview of Lessons:1. What does it mean to be a U.S. Citizen?  2. What are the rights and responsibilities of citizenship?3. Do I qualify to apply for citizenship?4. What does the application process include?5. Test preparation.

THIS IS NOT AN ENGLISH CLASS. The class is taught in English and participants are expected to be comfortable with English before attending.

You must take the U.S. Citizenship Test in English unless you meet one of the following requirements:A. You are 50 years of age or older and you have lived in the U.S. as a lawful permanent resident for periods totaling at least 20 years.B. You are 55 years of age or older and you have lived in the U.S. as a lawful permanent resident for periods totaling at least 15 years.C. You are 65 years of age or older and you have lived in the U.S. as a lawful permanent resident for periods totaling at least 20 years.

If you meet one of these requirements, you may be eligible to take the civics portion of the U.S. Citizenship Test in your native language. For more information on exemptions and accommodations, please visit: https://www.uscis.gov/citizenship/exceptions-and-accommodations