1. Identify Your Representative
2. Find Your Senators:
3. Gather Application Materials:
- Application Form: Usually found on the Congressperson's website.
- Transcripts: Official high school (and college, if applicable).
- Test Scores: Official SAT/ACT scores sent directly.
- Resume: Listing activities, awards, leadership.
- Essay: Explaining your motivation for attending.
- Letters of Recommendation: From teachers, counselors, coaches, etc..
- Photograph: Recent, wallet-sized or standard.
4. Understand the Process & Deadlines (General Timeline):
- Application Window: Opens around May/June.
- Deadline: Typically November 30th for Representatives, October 31st for Senators.
- Interviews: Usually in December for qualified candidates.
- Nominations Submitted: Late December/January.
5. Key Steps:
- Visit their official websites (e.g., foster.house.gov, durbin.senate.gov) for exact forms, deadlines, and instructions for the current year.
- Submit everything digitally to the designated email address or through their portal.
- Start early, as getting materials (like official transcripts and recommendation letters) takes time.
