AmeriCorps is the federal agency for national service and volunteerism. AmeriCorps provides opportunities for Americans of all backgrounds to serve their country, address the nation’s most pressing challenges, and improve lives and communities.
Location(s)
- United States
Schedule
- Year-Round
Cost/Compensation
- Free
Eligibility Requirements
- To serve as a Corps Member, you must be between 18-26 years old
- Must be a U.S. Citizen (required for FEMA Corps), or a Lawful Permanent Resident of the U.S.
- Must pass an initial drug screening test upon arrival to the program. A positive test on a drug screen for any substance (including marijuana) at any time during service could result in dismissal from the program.
- Must be available for 10-11 months (or 2-3 months for Summer of Service participants) of full-time service consisting of extensive travel.
- Up-to-date Tetanus vaccine, 2 doses of the MMR and a yearly FLU shot (Fall and Summer classes will get the FLU shot on campus during service term).
- Up to date on the COVID-19 vaccine and boosters.
Application or Entry Requirements
- A completed application
Deadline
- Fall: Apply March 1 - May 31
- Serve September - July
- Winter: Apply June 1 - Sep. 30
- Serve: January - November
- Summer: Apply Nov. 1 - Feb. 28
- Serve: June - May
Notifications of Decisions
Financial Aid Details
Other Dates to Keep in Mind
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AmeriCorps is a U.S. national service program that engages thousands of Americans each year in intensive service to their communities, states, and the nation. The program was established in 1993 to provide opportunities for Americans to serve their country and communities while also earning money for education or paying off student loans. AmeriCorps members receive a modest living allowance while they serve, and they may also be eligible for education awards that can be used to pay for college or graduate school or to repay student loans. In some cases, AmeriCorps members may also receive loan forbearance or deferment during their service. AmeriCorps members have provided millions of hours of service to communities across the U.S. in projects related to education, disaster response, health care, and veteran assistance. The organization strives to build a culture of service and civic engagement among Americans of all ages and backgrounds.
