Paths to Citizenship
We help immigrants and people preparing for citizenship with classes, training materials, tutoring, informational resources, and ways to connect to the community.
Citizenship Tutoring
Trained volunteer tutors help you prepare for your interview, civics exam, and English skills tests.
To work with a citizenship tutor, you must have:
- Applied for U.S. Citizenship,
- Completed your biometrics appointment, and
- Received the date of your naturalization interview.
After completing the Citizenship Tutoring request form, we will contact you within a week to explain the process and get you started with a tutor.
Application Process & Resources
The Library’s Citizenship Application Process & Resources webpage includes an overview of:
- Eligibility information
- Steps in the application process
- Links to key study materials
- Local resources and assistance
Note: Volunteers and tutors cannot provide legal assistance or advice. The naturalization interview process requires you to provide detailed personal information, but you do not need to share this information with your tutor or practice interviewers. Any information you share is confidential.
Practice Naturalization Interviews
Trained volunteers will act as Naturalization Officers and ask you the types of questions you’ll face in your interview. Practice listening to different styles of questions from multiple interviewers, test your English skills, and gain confidence. Plus, get final tips in planning for your real interview!
Three or four practice interviews are generally done 2-3 days before your interview date and take about 1½ – 2 hours total.
