The American Political Science Association Congressional Fellowship Program is a highly selective, nonpartisan program devoted to expanding the knowledge and awareness of Congress. The nine-month program begins each November with an intensive one-month introduction to Congress taught by leading experts in the field. After orientation, fellows work in placements of their choosing and also participate in ongoing seminars and enrichment programs. Through this unique opportunity, the American Political Science Association enhances public understanding of policymaking and improves the quality of scholarship, teaching, and reporting on American national politics.