College of DuPage Library

Citizenship Information

This guide provides a list of materials available at the library and online for individuals interested in becoming a citizen of the United States. For more information on the rights and privileges of U.S. citizenship visit the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Website.

  1. At the Library
  2. Online Library Resources
  3. Helpful Websites

United States Citizenship Resources


Study Guides

The following titles are available for check out with a COD Library Card. General books are located on the second level of the Library (3rd floor of the SRC) and Reference books are located on the main level of the Library (2nd floor of the SRC).

Books
Audiobooks
Bilingual Videos


Reference Works

  • The Almanac of American Politics. Reference JK1010 .B26 2014
  • The Encyclopedia of Civil Liberties in America. Reference JC599.U5 E53 2005
  • The New Dictionary of Cultural Literacy. General E169.1 .H614 2002 & Online
  • Our United States geography : our regions and people. General E161.3 .V35 1994

    • Ebook and Practice Tests

    Learning Express Library
    http://codlrc.org/database/483
    Learning Express provides citizenship materials that include:

    • Citizenship practice tests
    • The “Pass the U.S. Citizenship Exam” ebook
    • The “Ultimate Guide to Getting Your Green Card” ebook
    • Libro digital: "Guía de Ciudadanía/Naturalización en U.S.A."
    • Libro digital: "Pasa el Examen de Ciudadanía Americana, 3ra Edición"

    To access the Citizenship resources, click the above link and choose "Adult Learning Center"; then click the "Become a U.S. Citizen" icon.
    You can use Learning Express Library anytime and anywhere with your COD Library card.

    Websites

    Use the websites below for additional information on the Citizenship test and resources to help study for it.

    Becoming a U.S. Citizen: An Overview of the Naturalization Process
    This video provides a general overview of the naturalization process, including where to find immigration information and the general requirements for becoming a U.S. citizen.

    U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Learners Page
    Educational resources such as study guides and information sessions for those interested in the process of citizenship through naturalization.

    Civics Flash Cards
    Download and print these flashcards to study for the civics test.

    Study Materials for the English Test
    Includes videos, study booklets, flash cards and practice tests. The English test measures an applicant's ability to speak English and is administered by an officer from USCIS.