United States · Practicum · Reviewed 2026-10-16

Illinois State Capitol Legislative & Public Policy Practicum

Semester-long practicum working directly with state legislators, legislative research bureaus, and policy advocacy groups in Springfield, Illinois.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing in Political Science, History, or Economics
English language proficiency: Fluent English
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Exempt
Thesis / Research statement: Resume and policy writing sample
Recommendation letters: Political science professor recommendation

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: $1,200/month stipend and daily transit support to the state capitol in Springfield
Application fee: $0
Tuition / joining costs: $0

Dates and verification

Application deadline: December 1, 2026
Last source review: 2026-10-16

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Illinois College documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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