Become a U.S. Citizen

Learn about U.S. history, explore options, practice for interviews and more. These resources will help you learn about and understand the process to become a U.S. citizen.

Civics for All of US

Screenshot of Civics for All of US website

Civics for All of US is a new education initiative that promotes civic literacy and engagement.

National Archives and Records Administration

National Literacy Directory

National Literacy Directory

Use the search options to find ways to reach your learning goals. Explore programs near you to improve your reading and writing, math, English, technology, and workforce skills. You can also find U.S. Citizenship programs near you.

The National Center for Families Learning, Dollar General, and ProLiteracy

Preparing for the Oath: U.S. History and Civics for Citizenship

Preparing for the Oath: U.S. History and Civics for Citizenship

A web-based learning tool that supports aspiring citizens’ efforts to prepare for the civics portion of the naturalization test. Also definitions for key terms and transcriptions of each narration.

Smithsonian Museum of American History; U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

A Promise of Freedom

A Promise of Freedom

A 12-minute film on the history and founding of our nation and the important rights and responsibilities of U.S. citizenship. Also with Spanish and Chinese captions; and a discussion booklet (English only).

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

Writing Vocabulary Flash Cards

Writing Vocabulary Flash Cards

Easy-to-use flash cards containing vocabulary words to help study for the English writing portion of the naturalization test.

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

Reading Vocabulary Flash Cards

Reading Vocabulary Flash Cards

Easy-to-use flash cards containing vocabulary words to help study for the English reading portion of the naturalization test.

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services