Undergraduate Program
The New York State Senate offers undergraduate students and unparalleled opportunity to observe government in action and learn how legislatures operate. View and download the program description and application below.
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What You Need to Apply
- official transcripts of all collegiate work;
- information on special areas of skill or honors;
- a resume — one page only;
- preferred area of policy interest (see list on page IV of application);
- three confidential letters of reference from persons familiar with the applicant’s academic abilities and professional aptitude;
- one longer essay (1,200 words) and two policy memoranda;
- a statement of purpose relating your objectives and vision in seeking this experiential assistantship;
- certification by the CLO or other authorized campus official for each applicant stating that the applicant has been interviewed and/or the individual academic record reviewed to ensure applicant is eligible and meets all program and institutional requirements;
- certification of the applicant’s present course work-in-progress; and
- a signed Student Statement (see page i of the application).
Undergraduate Program Description
Undergraduate Program Application








