United States Senate Youth Program

The United States Senate Youth Program, established in 1962 by U.S. Senate Resolution, is a unique educational experience for outstanding high school students interested in pursuing careers in public service. Two student leaders from each state, the District of Columbia and the Department of Defense Education Activity will spend a week in Washington experiencing their national government in action. Student delegates will hear major policy addresses by Senators, cabinet members, officials from the Departments of State and Defense and directors of other federal agencies, as well as participate in a meeting with a Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. All transportation, hotel and meal expenses will be provided by The Hearst Foundations. In addition, each delegate will also be awarded a $5,000 College Scholarship for undergraduate studies, with encouragement to pursue coursework in history and political science.

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The Indiana Bar Foundation began administering Indiana's Senate Youth Program in 2009. For more information on how to apply, go here or click on the application process links below. For more information on the National Program, visit www.ussenateyouth.org.

Application Process:

Carefully read all of the documents below before starting your application process. All applications are due by October 1, 2011. After you've read the instructions, contact Andrew Homan with questions. Good luck!

Summary of Rules Criteria

Applications Instructions

Chronology of Activities

Nomination Form

Principal Memorandum