Free U.S. Citizenship Classes offered by Partners

Partners HealthCare System (PHS) Human Resources Department, in partnership with Jewish Vocational Services (JVS), is pleased to introduce a free eight-week program to assist employees and their families or friends to attain U.S. citizenship. The classes, facilitated by JVS staff, will run for two-hours, once per week, and will be held at convenient locations throughout the Partners network.

Start dates and locations will be determined based on employee interest and availability; classes start regularly at several locations, including BWH, MGH, NWH, NSMC, FLK and others. There will also be an opportunity for individualized support including home study guides, interview practice and legal referrals where applicable for those who would prefer a less structured approach to prepare for the citizenship process.

Instruction will be offered on an employee’s own time. Although there is no cost for the class, participants must be able to pay the $680 required to submit their final citizenship application.

Interested employees must attend a prerequisite "drop-in" information session which will include an on-the-spot assessment. The assessment is generally an informal conversation with a JVS staff member and takes approximately 30 minutes.

Eligibility requirements: 

• Must have a green card or equivalent Must be a permanent resident for at least five years
• Must attend an information session to assess moderate English proficiency Must be able to pay $680 to submit their N-400 application

Services Include: 

• U.S. History and Civics lessons Assistance completing the N-400 application
• Preparation for interview with a USCIS official Referral to support services if needed
• Follow up sessions and tutorials

Please contact Adam Cutler (JVS) at 617-399-3260 or Mary Jane Ryan (MGH Workforce Development) at 617-724-1269 for a current schedule of drop-in sessions or more information.